Part 2/5:
Second-Half Struggles
However, the second half told a different story. As the match wore on, Corinthians became less disciplined, allowing Santos to gain momentum. Ramon Dias, the coach of Santos, made dubious substitutions that seemed to disorganize his team's structure and defense. The tactical adjustments did not favor Santos, but Corinthians also struggled to maintain their advantage. A crucial part of this was the decision to substitute out Garro, the key playmaker, which left the team lacking creativity in the midfield. The absence of a facilitator like Garro meant that the front line, including players like Romero and Thales, struggled to connect effectively with the ball.