São Paulo ratings: Marcos Antônio shines, Lucas and Calleri score | OneFootball

São Paulo dominated Grêmio and won 2-0 on Wednesday night (11), at Morumbi, in a match that could have had a much wider score for the Tricolor, who even missed a penalty with Luciano. But Lucas converted his, and Calleri also found the net, in a game featuring a brilliant performance from Marcos Antônio, the great maestro of Hernán Crespo’s team. Check out the ratings and highlights of the victory:

Rafael – 5.5 – Didn’t have to make any saves in the first half. The first shot on his goal only came at the 31st minute of the second half, which he handled without any problems.

Lucas Ramon – 6.5 – Got his first opportunity as a starter. Good start to the match, appearing a lot in attack. Solid in defensive marking. Returned well for the second half, stole a great ball and started the counterattack that resulted in the second Tricolor goal. Good match from the hardworking reinforcement for the right back.

Alan Franco – 6.5 – Made good clearances and recovered important balls in a solid first half in defense. Continued well in the second half until being substituted at the end by Ferraresi.

Sabino – 7.0 – Has been showing more and more security in the Tricolor defense. Did very well in the individual duel with the dangerous Carlos Vinicius, winning every time, in an excellent first half. Maintained the high level until the final whistle.

Enzo Díaz – 6.5 – Constant presence in attack in the first half. Almost scored a spectacular goal just before halftime, hitting a first-time shot into the side netting. Maintained a high level in the second half. Gave few openings in defense.

Bobadilla – 6.0 – Very good in the first half, with only one bad pass and good defensive recoveries. However, at 29 minutes, felt pain in his right thigh after a knock and had to be replaced by Pablo Maia.

MAN OF THE MATCH: Marcos Antônio – 7.5 – With plenty of freedom to organize the team, he was the one most looking for through balls, until he found Luciano, who shot over. The midfield boss, he then played Danielzinho into the box, who was fouled for a penalty. Soon after, he found Calleri, who scored a beautiful goal, but it was offside. A gala first half, with only one mistake out of 50 passes. Almost scored with a header in a confusing play in Grêmio’s box in the second half, where he continued to orchestrate the team.

Danielzinho – 6.75 – Great start to the game, always calm and secure in his passing. Entered the box to receive a beautiful ball from Marcos Antônio and was fouled for a penalty. Strong in challenges, had a great first half at Morumbi. Tried a long shot in the second half, which just missed the post. Another great performance.

Lucas – 7.0 – Starter once again for the Tricolor, he has clearly regained his confidence. Some runs and good passes until the penalty, which he converted with some drama, but into Weverton’s corner. Continued to move a lot all over the field and delivered a dangerous low cross for Calleri to shoot wide at the end of the first half. It was his beautiful through ball to Luciano for the second goal. Substituted at the end.

Luciano – 6.0 – Drifted a lot to the flanks, providing a good passing option. At 14’, missed a great chance in front of goal, but was flagged offside. Received a yellow card still in the first half, where he performed well with refined passes. In stoppage time, had a great chance after Calleri’s setup, but shot just wide. Broke away on the counter to receive from Lucas and set up the number 9 for an easy finish. Won a penalty minutes later, which he took himself, but was stopped by the goalkeeper. Was substituted at the end of the match.

Calleri – 7.0 – Scored a beautiful first-time goal in the first half, but was just offside. Shortly after, received from Lucas again, this time on the ground, but well marked, shot wide. Fought hard in attack, served a great ball to Luciano, who missed. Right after halftime, won a foul that resulted in Wagner Leonardo’s sending off. In another counterattack, positioned himself well to receive from Luciano and just tapped it into the net, scoring his fifth goal of the year.

Pablo Maia – 5.5 – Came on after half an hour in the first half for the injured Bobadilla. Got his yellow card before halftime. Lost some duels for the ball and did the basics.

Ferraresi – 5.5 – Came on to give Alan Franco a rest in the second half. Maintained a good defensive level.

Tapia – No rating – Replaced Lucas at 25’ of the second half. Almost scored in a confusing play right away, but hit the post. Had little contact with the ball.

Pedro Ferreira – No rating – The youngster replaced Marcos Antônio in the final moments.

Ferreirinha – No rating – Came off the bench to play the last few minutes and give Luciano a rest.

Hernán Crespo – 7.0 – With Arboleda out, returned to a four-defender setup, with the offensive trio of Lucas, Luciano, and Calleri. Had to make an early change with Bobadilla’s injury, replaced by Pablo Maia. Saw his team play one of their best matches of the year, totally dominating Grêmio.

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