São Paulo ratings: Defence switches off in shocking Morumbi loss | OneFootball

São Paulo set themselves up well and took the lead against Palmeiras, but suffered a 3-2 comeback defeat on Sunday afternoon (5) at Morumbi, in a derby for the 27th round of the Brasileirão. In a match full of refereeing controversies, the duo Luciano and Tapia, who scored the goals, started well, but Rodriguinho, who came on at the end, ended up making a crucial mistake, and Alan Franco failed to keep up on the last goal. Check out the ratings and highlights from the match:

Rafael – 5.5 – At 3 minutes, he was called into action for the first time, showing alertness on a long-range shot from Piquerez. At 43, he made a great save with his leg in a one-on-one with Vitor Roque. Early in the second half, he stretched to cut out a cross into the box and saved the follow-up shot. Not at fault for the goals conceded. Did well to prevent an Olympic goal.

Alan Franco – 4.5 – Returned to the team after being rested due to pain. Cleared five balls and had two more good defensive actions in a great first-half performance by the defense. Maintained his level in the second half, but failed at the end by not tracking back on the opponent's third goal.

Arboleda – 6.0 – Also returned to the defense after serving a suspension. Started well, cutting out and clearing dangerous balls. Had an impeccable first half, with 12 crucial defensive actions, and won all five duels he contested. Despite the goals conceded, he had a good game.

Sabino – 6.0 – Had a great previous game and kept his place as a starter. He made a precise tackle that allowed Marcos Antônio to set up Luciano's goal. Also contributed with ten more defensive actions just in the first half of the derby. Cleared a ball off the line in the second half.

Cédric – 5.0 – Had a quiet first half, without any successful attacking moves. In defense, he was solid, winning good duels for the ball. No major highlights.

Pablo Maia – 5.5 – As the holding midfielder, he struggled to build play from the back, but was solid defensively with precise tackles. Committed a foul in the second half that resulted in a yellow card. Was already on a yellow and will miss the next round.

Bobadilla – 5.0 – Couldn't create much in the first half and was booked at 21 minutes for a foul from behind on an opponent. Without making a big impact and already on a yellow, he was replaced by Crespo at the start of the second half.

Marcos Antônio – 7.0 – Another who returned after a spell out with injury. Delivered a MAGNIFICENT pass to Luciano to open the scoring early on. Great first half, popping up all over the pitch and providing precise passes in the build-up. Dictated the team's rhythm. Still regaining his best form, he left the pitch to applause at 20 minutes, replaced by Rodriguinho.

Enzo Díaz – 6.5 – Pulled off a great play at 34’ of the first half, beat his marker with determination and delivered a pinpoint assist, his 8th of the season, for Tapia to extend the lead. Supported well and showed his usual commitment in defense. Nearly scored with a cross-shot at the start of the second half. Was booked at the end of the game for shoving with the cheeky Vitor Roque.

Tapia – 6.5 – Earned a starting spot after being the best player in the win over Ceará. Shortly after scoring, almost netted another but hit the side netting. At 24’, made a good solo run, advanced, but shot wide. But his goal was coming. Showed his presence in the box, took advantage of a great through ball from Enzo and made it 2-0. Left the field in the final minutes for Lucas to come on.

Luciano – 6.0 – The star returned. In the first dangerous attacking move for São Paulo, he received a SPLENDID pass from Marcos Antônio, dribbled the goalkeeper and slotted into the empty net. Was perhaps too generous when trying to set up Tapia on a dangerous counterattack in the second half, when he could have gone for goal himself.

Alisson – 5.0 – Came on at 8’ of the second half, replacing the yellow-carded Bobadilla. Distributed play well, but the team conceded three goals.

DISAPPOINTMENT: Rodriguinho – 4.0 – Came off the bench at 20 minutes of the second half to replace Marcos Antônio. Gave the ball away and set up the counterattack for the rival's equalizer. Made some good attacking plays at the end. Ended up being decisive in the defeat.

Lucas – No rating – Came on for the final minutes of the derby, replacing Tapia. Only took an imprecise free kick in the last play of the match.

Hernán Crespo – 5.0 – Made some changes to the team and started with three holding midfielders. It worked very well, neutralized Abel’s weapons and went into halftime with a 2-0 lead. The second half, however, was catastrophic, with Palmeiras’ comeback right at Morumbi.

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