2023-09-06 05:03:41
His arrival on Brazilian soil in mid-August caused scenes of jubilation and was celebrated “like a public holiday”. Thousands of supporters then gathered at Rio de Janeiro’s international airport to celebrate the signing of Dimitri Payet with the emblematic club of Vasco de Gama. Almost three weeks only after having set foot on Brazilian soil, the former French international made his big debut on Sunday in his new tunic. If he lacked rhythm, the midfielder has already conquered the supporters with his handling of the ball and his swaying dribbles.
Main reinforcement of the carioca club for the last part of the tournament, the 36-year-old ex-Marseillais entered the lawn of the Fonte Nova Arena in Salvador (north-east) during the 1-1 draw in Bahia for the account of the 22nd day of the Brazilian Championship. Payet came on after the break to replace Serginho. He was not directly involved in his team’s equalizer, obtained on a penalty in the 63rd minute.
“He’s only been with us for a short time, he’s not 100% yet, he has to keep working,” said Ramon Diaz, Vasco da Gama’s coach. We have two weeks to get it back in shape. But he’s an important player, he has a lot of presence, he just has to stay in shape. »
Thirty-eight times international with the Blues, Payet, who became the first French player to play a match in the Brazilian championship, could be established for the first time in the next match, Saturday September 16, on the occasion of the prestigious derby of Rio against Fluminense.
Vasco da Gama, currently 18th out of 20, strengthened before the end of the season to try to avoid relegation.
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