Luciano double sinks Corinthians as São Paulo extends derby streak | OneFootball

Luciano continues to stand out as São Paulo’s main attacking force, a status reinforced by his decisive display in the city’s most high-pressure fixture. On July 20, the forward scored both goals in São Paulo’s 2-0 victory over Corinthians at Morumbis, ending a difficult run for the team and widening the gap from the relegation zone. His performances in recent matches have highlighted a consistent impact not just in front of goal, but also in his wider contribution to the team’s attacking play.

Over his last five appearances, Luciano has produced five direct goal involvements—three goals and two assists—making him the club’s most influential offensive player. In addition to his brace against Corinthians, Luciano provided two assists during the 2-2 draw with RB Bragantino on July 17. He also found the net in a defeat to Bahia and kept up a high level of activity during the loss to Vasco, registering a total of 15 shots across five matches.

These numbers point to a period of personal consistency for Luciano, even as São Paulo has struggled for stable form. With three goals and two assists across the past five games, he leads the squad in goal involvement this year and is ahead of key teammates such as Calleri and Lucas. His output has already surpassed last season’s tally, and he is now closing in on his best ever single-season record for the club, set at 21 goals in both 2020 and 2022.

Luciano’s reliability in classic fixtures has become a feature of his time with São Paulo. His performance against Corinthians not only secured the points but also extended the club’s unbeaten home run against their rivals in league play to 12 matches. In a side grappling with inconsistency, Luciano has delivered when the stakes are at their highest.

Among attacking players in the current Brasileiro campaign, Luciano ranks near the top for direct goal involvement in recent rounds. His output has ramped up during a critical stretch of the season, a period that has demanded resilience and leadership from São Paulo’s core players. In addition to his technical qualities, Luciano’s role in guiding the team through tense encounters has solidified his importance within the dressing room and among the supporters.

Luciano’s willingness to lead, whether as a finisher or creative presence, continues to set the standard for São Paulo’s attacking ambitions. His ability to maintain form despite the team’s broader swings in performance is underlined by his regular appearance on the scoresheet or assist list. With several months of the Brasileiro still to play, Luciano is well-positioned to challenge for new club records and further cement his place in the club’s recent history.

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