São Paulo ratings: Full-backs struggle, attack falters in defeat | OneFootball

São Paulo did not play well in Belo Horizonte and suffered their first defeat in this Brasileirão, losing 1-0 to Atlético-MG on Wednesday night (18). The full-backs and forwards of Tricolor did not perform well, and due to a defensive lapse in the air, the team conceded the goal to Atlético. See the ratings and evaluations:

BEST OF THE TEAM: Rafael – 6.0 – Saved a powerful shot from Hulk just 9 minutes in, which was deflected. Shortly after, he parried a strong shot from outside the box and another powerful shot from Hulk on a free kick. Not at fault for the goal.

DISAPPOINTMENT: Maik – 5.0 – Returned to the starting lineup and had a strong start in defense. However, he was very poor in attack and in the defensive ball distribution, making some passing errors. Left the game at the end for Cédric to come in.

Alan Franco – 5.75 – Made good clearances and won aerial duels in the 1st half. Remained secure throughout the game, despite the overall defensive lapse on the goal.

Sabino – 5.25 – Defensively secure, attempted some runs into attack, but without success. Lost the aerial duel on Atlético's goal.

Enzo Díaz – 5.0 – Went forward a lot in the 1st half but couldn't complete good plays. Had tough duels with Preciado. Was secure in marking but missed all the crosses he attempted in the match.

Bobadilla – 5.25 – Some good passes, but a discreet first half from the Paraguayan. Tried a dangerous long shot at the start of the 2nd half but did not have a great game.

Danielzinho – 5.75 – Good first half, providing options in all areas of the field and showing high quality in pass distribution. Also recovered balls and won good defensive duels. His performance dipped a bit after the break and was substituted at the end.

Marcos Antônio – 5.5 – Great start to the match, leading the attack and distributing beautiful passes with a lot of movement. Then didn't appear much in the 1st half. Almost didn't miss passes but didn't have a standout night.

Cauly – 5.75 – Started in place of Lucas in the midfield. Moved around everywhere, had a good run, and distributed passes well in the initial stage. Didn't appear much at the start of the 2nd half, left the field at 15 minutes for Lucas to come in.

DISAPPOINTMENT: André Silva – 5.0 – Didn't have a great first half, barely touching the ball. Appeared a bit more after the break but was replaced by Luciano at 15 minutes.

Calleri – 5.5 – Had the team's first big chance with a free kick in the area. Hit it well, but the goalkeeper saved it. Also had few chances in the initial stage but fought hard for the ball. Disappeared in the second half.

Lucas – No rating – Replaced Cauly at 15’ of the final stage. Made a run into attack and suffered a dangerous foul. The number 7 felt a blow to his back and had to be replaced ten minutes after coming on.

Luciano – 5.75 – Came in for the lackluster André Silva with 15 minutes of the 2nd half. Tried a long shot, but it was central to the goal at 35’. Called the game and distributed passes well. Greatly improved the quality of the attack.

Tapia – 5.0 – Had to come in for the injured Lucas at 27’ of the second half. Made some speed plays but achieved nothing.

Cédric – No rating – Came off the bench to replace Maik in the final minutes.

Ferreirinha – No rating – Replaced Danielzinho at 38’ of the 2nd half and couldn't create.

Roger Machado – 5.0 – Rested some players in the match and saw the team have a first half with a lot of ball possession but few shots. At 15’ of the second half, he brought in the cavalry and launched Lucas and Luciano onto the field. Soon after, they conceded the goal and also lost the number 7, injured after a foul. Couldn't find alternatives for the team to win and suffered his first defeat.

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