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Rian Francisco's trajectory over the past week has been nothing short of exceptional. He made his debut with the main squad against Botafogo de Ribeirão Preto and then played a pivotal role in securing São Paulo's passage to the Copa São Paulo finals, scoring two decisive goals, both executed deftly with "cavadinhas" (chip shots). During the championship match, he was awarded the title of best player, underlining his remarkable skill in high-pressure moments.
His performance against the competition in the Copa São Paulo, aligned with his recent impressive showing in the professional match, speaks volumes about his potential. Analysts opined that he may soon become a central figure for the team and could challenge established players like Caleri for a starting role.