São Paulo left the Neo Química Arena worried three weeks ago after the 2-1 defeat in the first semifinal match of the Copa do Brasil against Corinthians. However, time and the board’s actions were beneficial for Tricolor to rebuild and arrive optimistic for today’s duel (16), 19:30, in Morumbi.
What happened
Tricolor was defeated by the rival in the first leg with a performance in which there was a lack of clear goal chances. Dorival Jr’s team even controlled the match more, but were defeated with two goals by Renato Augusto.
Dorival did not ask for reinforcements, but classified the ‘executioner’ as an extra-class player. The commander also said that few clubs in Brazil had athletes of this level and that São Paulo was not one of them.
Three weeks later, Dorival Jr has not just one, but two extra-class players in his squad: Lucas and James Rodríguez. The Brazilian must start, while the Colombian must start on the bench.
The concern was increased by two factors: Luciano’s suspension and the team’s poor run after the defeat.. São Paulo added five games without a win.
Lucas’ good performance and the number 7’s leadership in the locker room cheered the team up. Tricolor is confident that the idol can replace Luciano with leftovers, decisive in knockout duels in São Paulo.
The 2-0 victory over San Lorenzo also raised anticipation for the semi-final. Dorival Jr’s team had also lost the first game away from home and used Morumbi’s strength to reverse and advance in the Copa Sudamericana.
2023-08-16 09:56:33
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