Roger loses perfect record at São Paulo ahead of first big derby | OneFootball

Last Wednesday, São Paulo lost to Atlético-MG 1-0 at Arena MRV, in the Brazilian Championship. After two consecutive victories, this was Tricolor’s first defeat under coach Roger Machado. The team’s next match will be at 9 p.m. on Saturday (Brasília time), against Palmeiras, at Morumbis.

Beginning of the journey

After being dismissed by Internacional in September 2025, Roger Machado took over São Paulo at the start of March, following the dismissal of Hernán Crespo. In his first matches with the team, Tricolor beat Chapecoense 2-0 and Red Bull Bragantino, coming from behind, 2-1.

Against Atlético-MG, the coach suffered his first defeat with the Tricolor. In a press conference, the manager lamented the setback. “It’s hard to digest a result like this when you play well. Now it’s time for everyone to rest, because we have a derby at the weekend,” he commented.

Since Roger Machado’s arrival, the São Paulo team has consolidated itself at the top of the Brasileirão and currently occupies second place. The leader Palmeiras is precisely São Paulo’s next opponent, who will play at home. This will be Roger Machado’s first derby in charge of the club.

Decisive clash

The Choque-Rei is worth the leadership of the Brasileirão, since Alviverde and Tricolor, respectively leader and runner-up, are tied on points, both with 16.

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