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While he acknowledged the flaws in the coaching strategies employed by Zubeldia, Mauro stressed that many issues also stem from player performances. He cited specific mistakes, including a crucial error made by Igor Vinicius and a failure by Arboleda to communicate effectively during a defensive play that led to a significant goal for Velo Clube.
In contrast, he praised Velo Clube’s tenacity, emphasizing their courage and effort against a supposedly superior team. Mauro noted how many smaller teams have historically adopted defensive strategies against larger opponents, while Velo took the initiative to press São Paulo, revealing weaknesses within the latter’s lineup.