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In the recent clash against São Bernardo, Guilherme gave Santos an early advantage, becoming the top scorer of the Paulistão with five goals. Unfortunately, the initial excitement was short-lived as Santos struggled to maintain their lead. São Bernardo, who had previously seen a goal disallowed by mere centimeters, swiftly took control of the match and capitalized on Santos' defensive lapses, converting their opportunities into goals.
Despite Santos remaining in the playoff spots due to the lower performance of other teams in their group, the recent performances have raised alarm bells. Reporters pointed out that the glaring issues with Santos’ defensive strategies, along with a lack of coherence in tactical planning, are concerns that the coaching staff needs to address urgently.