A day at the training ground: Dorival hones São Paulo attack | OneFootball

São Paulo’s squad continued its mid-season training schedule on Wednesday afternoon (8) at the Barra Funda Training Center. Head coach Dorival Júnior oversaw activities that combined physical conditioning with specific tactical concepts, aiming for the return of official competitions.

The work on the pitch began with a warm-up circuit focused on mobility routines, motor control, and technical fundamentals.

Next, the players were divided into three distinct teams to carry out simultaneous drills in separate areas of the field.

In one area, two groups faced each other in a drill focused on building offensive tactical structures.

At the same time, the third group completed a session dedicated exclusively to rehearsing and positioning for attacking set pieces.

Matchup adjustments and schedule

In the final stage of training, the coaching staff led a small-sided exercise simulating attack-versus-defense situations.

The drill pitted seven attacking players against eight defenders, working on qualities such as compactness, quick transitions, and decision-making under spatial pressure.

According to the established logistical plan, the Tricolor squad will report back on Thursday morning (9) at the training center to continue preparations.

São Paulo will return to the field for official competition on the 22nd (Wednesday) at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time), when they will face Athletico-PR in Bragança Paulista (SP) in the Brazilian Championship.

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