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Contrarily, the Copa do Brasil campaign ended prematurely, while a commendable run in the Copa Sul-Americana ultimately fell short. Thus, the year concluded with results that, while not catastrophic, left much to be desired.
The Dangers of Overexcitement
One prominent concern this year was the high expectations set by the arrival of new ownership and fresh player signings. Significant investments created a surge in anticipation, which was unfortunately met with an inadequate response on the pitch. The rapid changes in personnel led to a loss of team cohesion and a deviation from the style of play that had previously been successful.