Audax vs Vasco – News and Probable Lineups

On Wednesday, May 6, Audax Italiano will take on Vasco da Gama in Santiago during the fourth round of Group G in the Copa Sudamericana. This matchup serves as a direct rematch after the Chilean team staged a remarkable comeback to achieve a 2-1 win in the initial leg, a result that significantly influenced the group standings.

Currently, Vasco leads the group after their win over Olimpia, while Audax trails closely behind, both teams tied with four points. With the second round of fixtures underway, the competition grows tighter, making this encounter potentially crucial for qualification.

Match overview

Entering this match, Audax Italiano is brimming with confidence following a remarkable turnaround in the second round, where they defeated Vasco da Gama 2-1 at Sao Januario, with goals from Michael Vadulli and Franco Troyansky, showcasing the team’s capability to deliver under pressure even in a challenging away environment.

After the completion of the first round in Group G, Vasco, Audax, and Olimpia are all on four points. This round is critical for any team aiming to create a cushion at the top of the table.

Audax has achieved one win, one draw, and one loss so far and is aware that home advantage could be vital as they aim for a significant step towards qualifying.

The Estadio Bicentenario de La Florida in Santiago stands as a key asset for manager Gustavo Lema’s squad, particularly when observing the stark contrast between their home and away performances, highlighted by just four wins, two draws, and nine losses across their last 30 away matches in all tournaments, emphasizing how playing in front of their home fans invigorates the team.

At home, Audax typically adopts an aggressive style, with their attack being the team’s main strength. Troyansky and Chiaverano are central to their offensive efforts, each netting three goals this season, creating a fast and unpredictable partnership.

The fixture promises to be an exciting contest, as the Chilean side looks to capitalize on every opportunity in a bid to secure a victory at home.

Vasco da Gama arrives in Santiago with a blend of urgency and relief following their 2-2 draw with Flamengo at the Maracana during the 14th round of the Brasileirao last Sunday, securing a point in the final moments of the match.

This draw against their historic rivals preserved their unbeaten streak against the league’s top four, yet the rising number of draws is starting to ignite concerns.

In the Copa Sudamericana, their campaign has been more tumultuous, as after a draw away against Barracas Central and a home loss to Audax Italiano, they responded with a 3-0 triumph over Olimpia at Sao Januario, a result that propelled them to the top of Group G on head-to-head records despite three of the four teams being equal on points.

Away from home, Vasco has secured only two victories, seven draws, and four defeats in 2026, rendering their away performance the most significant obstacle for interim manager Bruno Lazaroni, who needs to discover a method to enhance the team’s effectiveness without the support of their home fans.

Top scorers Puma Rodriguez and Spinelli lead the frontline, each with five goals this season, posing the primary goal-scoring threat. Vasco will need to blend robust defence with swift transitions to exploit the gaps Audax often leaves while pressing forward.

Team News

International challenge at home! ?️

We continue our journey in CONMEBOL Sudamericana when this Wednesday we host Vasco Da Gama at the Bicentennial of Florida.

Soon information on ticket sales?

Let’s go Italian of my life! ?#ForzaAudax?? pic.twitter.com/GCmULDL4aj

— Audax Italiano (@audaxitaliano) May 3, 2026

Audax Italiano comes into the match fully fit, as manager Gustavo Lema has all his players available with no confirmed injuries, enabling him to select his strongest starting XI without resorting to makeshift options.

With the complete squad fit, Lema is anticipated to rely on the players who have stood out in recent performances, with Troyansky and Chiaverano, the team’s joint-top scorers with three goals apiece, spearheading the attack and shouldering the responsibility of leveraging the home advantage.

Conversely, Vasco da Gama has arrived in Santiago with a notably changed squad as the coaching staff decided to rest a majority of their first-choice players in preparation for broader competition strategies, affecting the expected lineup for this match.

From those who began the derby against Flamengo, only Paulo Henrique, Lucas Piton, and Barros made the trip, while others like Adson, Hugo Moura, and Andres Gomez stayed in Rio. Spinelli and Nuno Moreira have also been included in the travelling squad.

Audax Italiano probable starting XI:

Smoked; Rebolledo, Ferrario, Ortiz, Pina, Matus; Collao, Mateos, Aedo; Troyansky, Chiaverano

Vasco da Gama probable starting XI:

Fuzato; Henrique, Saldivia, Freitas, Piton; Tche Tche, Rique, Barros; Moreira, Hinestroza, Spinelli

Vasco arrives in Santiago in fine form in the Copa Sudamericana following a 3-0 victory over Olimpia and achieving three consecutive wins across all competitions before the draw with Flamengo, a streak that underscores their attacking prowess and growing confidence, even in away matches.

Meanwhile, Audax Italiano is going through a rough patch, having not secured a win in their last three games, facing an opponent that has already claimed victory over them in this campaign. These factors suggest that Vasco will likely maintain their status as favourites and confirm their top position in the group with another win.