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Textor’s accusations prompt a broader conversation about player performance, especially in light of recent matches. The painful defeat experienced by São Paulo against Palmeiras, marked by a significant 5-0 loss, stirred additional scrutiny of their players' actions. Following the uproar, São Paulo issued a statement urging Botafogo, a club that holds an esteemed position in sports history, to settle disputes on the field, effectively dismissing Textor’s claims as irrelevant.