São Paulo: Crespo tests new attack, may use fresh system vs Bahia | OneFootball

São Paulo has finished preparations to face Bahia this Saturday (25th) at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) at Morumbi, in a match valid for the 30th round of the Brazilian Championship.

On Friday afternoon (24th), at the Barra Funda Training Center, the squad held their final training session ahead of this weekend’s clash, which will mark São Paulo’s return home after two consecutive away games.

The players began activities with a warm-up guided by the fitness coaches. Next, to complement the work done in recent days, coach Hernán Crespo led an 11-on-11 tactical session, in addition to working on both offensive and defensive set pieces.

There was also a small-sided match between two teams in a reduced space, and finishing drills for part of the group.

For the match, Crespo will not be able to count on Ferraresi, who is suspended after receiving his third yellow card. Sabino, the only available option in the squad, will join the defensive trio.

On the other hand, Enzo Díaz, recovered from hip pain, has been cleared by the medical staff to participate in the game and returns to the left-back position.

Another change is expected in midfield. Rodriguinho, who has not performed as expected in recent games, will likely start on the bench, while Lucas, now fully recovered from injuries and physical issues, will remain in the starting lineup.

The coach tested two variations to face Bahia, led by idol Rogério Ceni. In the first, a 3-4-3, with Lucas and Ferreirinha as wide wingers, and Tapia as the target man in the box.

In another test, the coach kept his usual 3-5-2 formation. In this setup, Lucas takes on the playmaker role, with Luciano and Tapia forming the attack.

São Paulo’s likely lineup is Rafael; Alan Franco, Arboleda, and Sabino; Maik (Maílton), Bobadilla, Marcos Antônio, Lucas, and Enzo Díaz; Luciano (Ferreirinha) and Tapia.

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