Hugo Moura’s Last-Gasp Goal Secures Dramatic Draw for Vasco Against Flamengo
In a high-stakes derby that came down to the final seconds, Vasco managed to claw back a draw against Flamengo on Sunday, May 3, 2026. The late equalizer not only saved a point for Vasco but also provided a strategic advantage for Palmeiras in the league standings.

The match was defined by a clutch performance from Hugo Moura, who scored in the final play of the game to seal the result. Moura’s heroics earned him the highest rating of the match, and the Vasco hero shared his emotions after the goal, reflecting on the intensity of the classic encounter.
Despite the dramatic finish, the overall performance for Vasco was a tale of two extremes. While Moura soared, Brenner and Paulo Henrique struggled to find their rhythm and were rated poorly. Vasco’s starting lineup for the clash had included Paulo Henrique and Puma RodrÃguez.
For Flamengo, the result was a bitter pill to swallow. The team saw a standout performance from Pedro, but that effort was undermined by a poor showing from Ortiz, who was rated as the worst player on the pitch during the deadlock.