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The defense, particularly with the addition of Fabrício Bruno, was praised, reflecting a shift from a previously troubled backline. Analysts emphasized that if Cruzeiro could maintain the intensity they displayed in the first 15 minutes of the match consistently throughout the season, they would emerge as a formidable competitor.
São Paulo's Tactical Adjustments
In contrast, São Paulo adopted a mixed approach, alternating lineups across the match. The team's strategy saw players like Lucas and Luciano in one half and Oscar and Caleri in another. Despite conceding an early goal, São Paulo showed resilience and controlled the latter stages of the game, seizing better opportunities to score yet ultimately failing to net a win.