Calleri scores after academy gem's assist, defence falters in defeat | OneFootball

In an electrifying match at Morumbi on Wednesday night (21), São Paulo's defense made too many mistakes, causing the team to lose 3-2 to Portuguesa in the 4th round of the Paulistão. Calleri, after missing an unbelievable goal, redeemed himself with two goals at the end of the match but couldn't avoid the defeat. In one of them, he received a masterful pass from the talented Pedro Ferreira, a gem from the tricolor youth academy. See the ratings and evaluations:

Rafael – 5.5 – Had no work until the 40th minute of the first half, when he made a beautiful save from a long shot, sending it for a corner. In the next play, he performed another miracle, reaching for João Vitor's shot from the edge of the tricolor area. With the defense completely disorganized at the end, he saved another one, but on the rebound, it went through his legs.

Cédric – 4.5 – Missed everything he attempted in the attack in the first half, as always. At least he didn't leave gaps in defense, except at the end when he delayed a dangerous ball to Rafael. He was substituted at the end for Tapia.

DISAPPOINTMENT: Rafael Tolói – 4.0 – The defender made his season debut. A secure first half with good defensive interceptions. Failed to anticipate the goal from Lusa in the second half. Made many passing errors.

Dória – 5.5 – Another debutant, or rather, re-debutant for the club. Showed quality in the play's exit and made crucial cuts in the tricolor defense. Also dangerous in aerial plays in the attack. Among so many defensive errors, he was the most lucid.

Nicolas – 5.0 – Given another chance as a starter. Shows personality with each game, gaining defensive consistency. Was having a secure match until he committed a penalty at the end of the match.

Pablo Maia – 5.5 – Took a good shot to the corner at the end of the first half, forcing a save from the Portuguese goalkeeper. Made only one passing error in the match and did well in ball duels. Substituted by Bobadilla at 12’ of the second half.

Negrucci – 5.0 – A product of Cotia, he got another chance in the midfield. Had a reasonable first half but with some passing errors and was replaced by Marcos Antônio at halftime.

Lucas – 5.5 – Received a yellow card early on for a strong foul. Remained below ideal in the first half but managed some good plays, trying to create scoring chances. Substituted by Luciano in the second half at Morumbi.

Lucca – 6.0 – At 14’, headed a weak ball into the goalkeeper's hands. Made a good escape on the right at 24’, invaded the area, and shot hard but over the bar. At the start of the second half, attempted a cross into the area and almost got lucky, but the ball hit the crossbar. Made a lot of noise on the right wing and was replaced by Pedro Ferreira at the end.

TEAM HIGHLIGHT: Calleri – 6.5 – After 280 days, returned as a starter for the Tricolor. Quite absent at the beginning of the game, had an incredible chance at 13’ of the second half, receiving a cross right in front of the goal, empty, but shot wide. Redeemed himself later with two goals. First, after a great pass from Pedro, with a strong finish. At the end, rose well to head and reduce the score.

Ferreirinha – 5.5 – Took a harmless shot at 16’ of the first half. At 29’, another one, this time just missing the Portuguese post. With great dribbles, created some good plays on the left but wasn't very productive.

Marcos Antônio – 5.5 – Entered at halftime, replacing Negrucci. Improved passing quality but couldn't prevent the team's defeat.

Bobadilla – 6.0 – Came off the bench to replace Pablo Maia in the second half. Didn't miss any passes and assisted Calleri's second goal.

Luciano – 5.0 – Replaced Lucas Moura at 12’ of the second half. Showed a lot of effort and determination but without significant plays in the attack.

Pedro Ferreira – 6.0 – The young under-20 player replaced Lucca at 24’ of the second half. Made a spectacular play on the right and set up Calleri perfectly to equalize. Entered the match very well, creating great plays, especially looking for the number 9.

Tapia – No rating – Entered at the end seeking the equalizer, replacing Cédric.

Hernán Crespo – 4.5 – Maintained rotation in the team. Made changes at halftime and after conceding the goal, bringing in starters. But saw the Tricolor make many defensive mistakes, accumulating another defeat in the Paulistão.

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