São Paulo ratings: front three and Marcos Antônio star in win over Grêmio | OneFootball

São Paulo defeated Grêmio 2-0 last Wednesday night at Morumbi, in a match valid for the third round of the Brazilian Championship, extending their unbeaten streak this season. The trio Lucas, Calleri, and Luciano led the São Paulo team to victory, with notable performances in midfield and defense from players like Marcos Antônio, Danielzinho, and Sabino.

Lucas and Calleri were the goal scorers for São Paulo in the victory. The number 7 scored from a penalty and made the fans reminisce about the good old days with his great performance. He moved a lot, covered the entire field, managed his traditional sprints, and was crucial to the result. Moreover, he once again showed himself as a great leader for the team.

Calleri also did not disappoint and increased his lead as the team's top scorer in 2026. The number 9, with his usual spirit, fought for every ball and was directly responsible for Wagner Leonardo's expulsion, suffering the foul that led to the second yellow card. He was also opportunistic by positioning himself correctly to score the winning goal for São Paulo.

Luciano, on the other hand, ended up being marked by the missed penalty but also contributed greatly to São Paulo's offensive system. The number 10 was essential in confusing Grêmio's defense and provided the assist for Calleri's goal, besides suffering the penalty he eventually missed. It's worth noting that the attacking trio hadn't started a match together since March 2025.

Meanwhile, Marcos Antônio and Danielzinho dominated the midfield once again. The number 8 played like a true maestro, dictating the pace of the game and creating several opportunities. He took advantage of the space behind Grêmio's defenders and made several passes, putting teammates in great situations. He also covered the entire field, was always available, and contributed significantly in ball distribution.

Danielzinho also moved across the entire field at Morumbi, sometimes acting as a third man in ball distribution, sometimes making runs into the box. It was during one of these runs that Weverton committed the penalty converted by Lucas. Once again, the midfielder dedicated himself greatly to marking and constantly tried to make São Paulo's play more vertical.

Finally, it's worth mentioning Sabino, who was highly praised by coach Hernán Crespo in the post-match press conference. The defender didn't lose a single play against Grêmio's attack, which started the season strong. The number 35 won practically all the duels he contested and finished the match with three tackles, two interceptions, one clearance, and four ball recoveries, according to Sofascore.

Standings Situation

With the result, São Paulo extended their unbeaten streak this season, reaching five games without a loss, with four wins and one draw. Additionally, the São Paulo team also reached seven points and will sleep at the top of the Brazilian Championship standings, maintaining their unbeaten run in the tournament.

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