Cotia youngsters boost São Paulo ahead of Santos derby | OneFootball

São Paulo returned to SuperCT this Thursday, one day after the important victory over Flamengo, by 2-1. The tricolor squad thus begins preparations for the classic against Santos this Saturday, for the sixth round of the Campeonato Paulista. The activities led by coach Hernán Crespo this morning included the presence of young players Igor Felisberto, Djhordney, and Tetê, who competed in the Copinha.

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How the training went

After a physical circuit warm-up, the athletes performed exercises with two-on-one confrontations and team duels in a reduced space, under the command of Hernán Crespo.

The players who played for a longer time in the match against Flamengo did regenerative activities on the field, along with the physical preparation team.

Absences and returns

Forwards André Silva and Ryan Francisco are certain absences for the classic, both recovering from knee surgeries. On the other hand, midfielder Luan trained again without restrictions and is available to the Argentine coach.

Situation in the Paulista

With only four points earned after five rounds, São Paulo is in 14th place in the Paulistão and is close to the relegation zone, tied with Noroeste, which opens the Z2. The victory in the classic is essential to avoid the danger of relegation and to seek qualification for the quarter-finals.

Next São Paulo match

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