São Paulo set for Sul-Americana debut with defensive boost | OneFootball

São Paulo is ready for its Copa Sudamericana debut. The Tricolor squad reported to SuperCT on Monday morning for its final preparations ahead of Tuesday’s match against Uruguay’s Boston River, scheduled for 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time) at Estadio Centenario, in Group C of the competition. For the match, Roger Machado has received a boost for the defense, but will also have some key absences.

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How training went

First, the squad was shown a video with instructions for the match, prepared by the coaching staff. Shortly afterward, the players did warm-up activities before taking part in a tactical training session under Roger Machado’s command. São Paulo’s delegation will travel to Uruguay later this afternoon.

Defensive reinforcement

For the match, Roger once again has Alan Franco available as an option in the Tricolor defense. The Argentine had been dealing with pain in his right calf and missed the team’s last two matches. He trained normally with the group on Monday and no longer has any restrictions to take the field.

In addition to Alan Franco, 19-year-old Osorio is another new face for the clash. This is the first time the player, who came through the club’s youth academy, has been called up to the senior squad.

Absences

On the other hand, the coach will have important absences for the opener. Luciano and Sabino are dealing with right calf muscle overload and will remain in São Paulo.

Calleri, meanwhile, received eight stitches in his eyebrow after a clash of heads against Cruzeiro and will also miss the match against Boston River. Lastly, Lucca reported pain in the front of his right thigh and will also stay in the capital of São Paulo state. Arboleda remains in Ecuador and is also unavailable.

Likely lineup

Thus, Roger Machado is expected to field São Paulo as follows: Rafael; Lucas Ramon, Rafael Tolói, Dória (Alan Franco), Enzo Díaz; Bobadilla, Marcos Antônio and Danielzinho (Cauly); Artur, Ferreirinha and André Silva

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