Sabino shines v Vasco: defensive leader, Crespo’s key man at São Paulo | OneFootball

Defender Sabino faces strong competition from the three foreign players in São Paulo's defense, as well as the veteran Rafael Tolói, but he has secured his place in Hernán Crespo's team.

In Tricolor's 2-0 victory over Vasco this Sunday (2) in the Brasileirão, the player from Bahia was the best in the defensive sector, leading the numbers for Tricolor's defense.

Sabino did not suffer any dribbles from Vasco players, completed 24 out of 27 passes, and led in defensive actions, with 14 in total. He also recovered six balls and won half of the ball duels he contested, committing only one foul during the match, according to Sofascore statistics.

Crespo's confidence in his football is not new. Sabino participated in 23 out of the 25 games under the Argentine coach upon his return to Tricolor, a number only matched by midfielder Bobadilla. He started as a team regular 18 times.

For the next match against Flamengo on Wednesday (5), the Tricolor's number 35 is expected to remain in the starting lineup, as São Paulo lost Alan Franco, suspended due to a third yellow card.

For the position, Crespo is expected to have, barring any unforeseen circumstances, Ferraresi, Arboleda, Sabino, and Rafael Tolói to form the defense, usually composed of three men.

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