Roger eyes better derby record for São Paulo v Palmeiras | OneFootball

This Saturday, São Paulo faces Palmeiras in a match valid for the eighth round of the Brazilian Championship. The Tricolor hosts Verdão at Morumbis at 9 PM, in a match that could determine the leadership of the competition.

The duel marks a special clash for Roger Machado. In his first derby as the coach of São Paulo, the manager seeks to secure his second victory against Palmeiras in his career as a commander.

Difficulty

Roger's track record against Palmeiras is extremely negative. In 13 games against Verdão, the coach has won only one match, drawn six, and lost another six. Against Abel Ferreira, there have been three games, one draw, and two losses.

After two victories, against Chapecoense and Red Bull Bragantino, São Paulo lost the first match under Roger Machado's command, who took over the team earlier this month after Hernán Crespo's dismissal. The Tricolor was defeated by Atlético-MG 1-0 at Arena MRV.

Six-point game

On Saturday, at 9 PM (Brasília time), São Paulo and Palmeiras face off at Morumbis for the eighth round of the Brazilian Championship. The duel could decide the leadership of the Brasileirão, as Alviverde and Tricolor, respectively leader and runner-up, are tied in points, both with 16.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.