Primavera boss hails Copa Paulista win, praises Brunão’s quality | OneFootball

Primavera defeated XV de Piracicaba, by 1 to 0, this Sunday, at Moises Lucarelli, in Campinas (SP), in the first leg of the Copa Paulista final. Coach Fernando Marchiori gave an overall analysis of the match and highlighted his team's resilience after Cleiton was sent off in the final stretch of the second half.

“They started better, with more possession. Gradually we improved and had chances. We managed to create and scored the goal. The heat was unbearable too. Mentally, it's a game that involves many things for both clubs. We received three yellow cards in the first half and had to reinforce during the break,” he said.

“We had Cleiton sent off. We were more exposed and being down to 15 or 20 minutes against a great team like XV, fatigue sets in, and then it comes down to resilience and determination to hold the result. We know it will be a pressure cooker there, a true cauldron. We have to be cool, firm, and prepared. It was a first game of details and it will be the same there,” he added.

Top Scorer on the Rise!

The decisive goal of the match was scored by Brunão, at 41 minutes of the first half. Fernando Marchiori praised the forward, who is the top scorer of the Copa Paulista, with 12 goals.

“I'm very happy. We identified Brunão in Série A2. He was at São Bento. After the competition, we understood that he would be a very interesting profile. He hadn't had much success in his goal-scoring career. What we convey to him and all players is balance and wisdom. I believe everything in life passes, good and bad moments. Always try to be the same human being and professional. When you are exposed, as he is, care needs to be doubled. He was competent today. All this will make him more mature for his market evolution in his career. We are very happy,” he analyzed.

Match Situation

With the result, Primavera only needs a draw in the return match to secure the trophy. XV de Piracicaba, on the other hand, has to win by two or more goals to claim the title. In case of a victory by Piracicaba's team by one goal at Barão de Serra Negra, the decision will be on penalties.

The decision on who takes home the Copa Paulista 2025 trophy will be next Saturday, October 11, at 6 PM (Brasília time), at Barão de Serra Negra, in Piracicaba (SP). The match will be broadcast by TV Gazeta.

Lessons at Primavera

Primavera comes from a bitter runner-up finish in the Série A2 of the Campeonato Paulista. The setback against Capivariano, in fact, left some lessons for the Copa Paulista final.

“I believe we take some lessons from the Série A2 final. It's a first final for many athletes. I believe that this emotional factor, of balance and resilience for some situations, you only acquire by going through them, getting it right or wrong. We always try to convey through video and daily to provide tranquility and minimize errors. It will be magnificent to enjoy. It will be a beautiful atmosphere. Only by practicing can we pass it on. The players know they will be able to go through these adversities,” concluded Fernando Marchiori.

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