Primavera acknowledge the importance of a direct clash with Portuguesa | OneFootball

Primavera and Portuguesa face each other this Saturday at 8:30 p.m. at Gigante da Vila Industrial, for the sixth round of the Paulistão 2026. The teams are close in the standings and are playing a crucial head-to-head match in the battle for a spot in the next phase of São Paulo football.

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Coach Rafael Marques highlighted the importance of the match and praised the opponent. “Every game for us is a final, and this one is no different because of its significance,” he said. The coach emphasized Portuguesa’s work and predicted a tough match.

Confident, Rafael Marques is betting on Primavera’s strength when playing at home. “We’re coming off a very good win, which brings confidence. At home, we are very strong,” he said. According to him, competitiveness will be key to securing another three points.

Primavera is in seventh place, with seven points, inside the qualifying zone, while Portuguesa is in tenth, with six. Forward Paulo Baya, who served a suspension in the last round, is once again available for the team from the interior.

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