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The initial cost of the season was revealing, with Corinthians managing only 29 points in their first 29 games, a stark contrast to the remarkable 27 points they accumulated in the final nine matches. This late surge saw them securing nine consecutive victories, which dramatically shifted the outlook for the club. Despite not clinching any major titles, Corinthians' performance put them in a more optimistic position, especially as they secured a place in the pre-Libertadores playoff.