The match held on the 19th round of the Brasileirao ended with São Paulo defeating Vitória 2-0 at home. The breakthrough came courtesy of Damián Bobadilla, who found the net in the 20th minute of the first half. Sabino then extended the lead with a goal in the 41st minute of the second half, confirming São Paulo’s victory.
André Silva almost added to the scoreline in the 68th minute but saw his effort hit the post.
Bobadilla was a standout performer, contributing one goal and attempting three shots throughout the match. Defensively, Sabino was equally impressive, scoring one goal and clearing two dangerous balls from his area.
São Paulo’s coach, Hernán Crespo, deployed a tactical 3-5-2 formation, featuring Rafael in goal, with Nahuel Ferraresi, Sabino, and Alan Franco in defense. The midfield consisted of Maik, Damián Bobadilla, Marcos Antônio, Rodriguinho, and Enzo Díaz, while André Silva and Ferreira led the attack.
On the other hand, Vitória’s manager, Fábio Carille, opted for a 4-5-1 setup, with Lucas Arcanjo guarding the goal, and Ramon, Zé Marcos, Edu, and Lucas Halter in defense. Their midfield was made up of Ricardo Ryller, Ronald Lopes, Osvaldo, Renato Kayzer, and Lucas Braga, with Romarinho spearheading the front line.
Referee Bruno Arleu de Araujo was in charge of officiating the match.
Looking ahead, São Paulo will face Sport Recife away in their next game, while Vitória will host Juventude. Following this match, São Paulo currently sits in sixth place in the league with 28 points, while Vitória remains in sixteenth with 18 points.
Substitutions for São Paulo
64’ 2T – Marcos Antônio out for Luciano, Ferreira out for Luan Santos
76’ 2T – André Silva out for Lucas Moura, Enzo Díaz out for Patryck
88’ 2T – Damián Bobadilla out for Pablo Maia
Cautions for São Paulo:
43’ 1T – Enzo Díaz (Unsporting behavior)
15’ 2T – Maik (Unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for Vitória
71’ 2T – Romarinho out for Fabrício, Edu out for Aitor Cantalapiedra
80’ 2T – Ricardo Ryller out for Rúben Rodrigues, Osvaldo out for Renzo López
Cautions for Vitória:
32’ 1T – Zé Marcos (Unsporting behavior)
42’ 1T – Ronald Lopes (Unsporting behavior)
18’ 2T – Ramon (Unsporting behavior)