São Paulo ratings: Roger's punt, Ferreirinha shines v Cruzeiro | OneFootball

Coach Roger Machado started two wingers, and it paid off. With three goals from Ferreirinha in a magical night and a strong performance from Artur, São Paulo crushed Cruzeiro 4-1 on Saturday night (4) at Morumbi, in the 10th round of the Brasileirão.

See the ratings and evaluations:

Rafael – 6.75 – He had to stay alert right from the opening seconds, with a dangerous ball in São Paulo’s box. In the 14th minute, he stretched all the way to make a great save into the corner from a free kick. Deep into first-half stoppage time, he closed down very well and denied the opponent a goal. Just 7 minutes into the second half, he flew beautifully to palm away a precise header.

Lucas Ramon – 6.5 – Started intensely and delivered a good cross for Calleri’s header in the 8th minute. He was solid defensively and did not misplace a pass in the first half. Kept up the level until the end of the match.

Rafael Toloi – 7.0 – With Arboleda’s “disappearance,” he remained in the starting lineup. Had a great first half, with important tackles and clearances. Stayed solid in the second half, winning every duel for the ball.

Sabino – 6.0 – A firm first half defensively, with good clearances and some forward passes. However, he felt pain in his right knee near the end and did not return after halftime, being replaced by Dória.

Wendell – 5.0 – Kept his place as the starting left-back and did very well defensively in the first half, except for two beautiful dribbles by William near the end. But he was not very effective going forward, with a few misplaced passes. In the second half, he reacted to Arroyo’s provocation, shoved the opponent, and was sent off on the field. The referee reviewed it on VAR and changed the red card to a yellow. He was immediately replaced by Enzo Díaz.

Bobadilla – 6.0 – Had a decent first half, with some good plays and lots of movement, making himself available for passes. He was replaced by Pablo Maia in the second half.

Marcos Antônio – 6.5 – Played a great pass for Artur to win a penalty right at the start. He was a lion in midfield. Had a good chance near the end of the first half, but shot way over. Did not stand out as much in the second half, with greater pressure from Cruzeiro.

Artur – 7.0 – Broke into the box as early as the 9th minute and won a penalty. Shortly after, he made a strong run and provided a beautiful assist for Ferreira’s second goal. He also broke forward well a few times on dangerous counterattacks. In the second half, he troubled the opponents with set pieces.

Luciano – 6.0 – Played centrally as an attacking midfielder. He made some good progressive passes, driving the team forward, but could have shown up more in the first half. He felt his calf and left the game in the 14th minute of the second half.

MAN OF THE MATCH: Ferreirinha – 9.0 – Earned the spot on the left wing. Showed he can score too by finishing past the goalkeeper after receiving a beautiful pass from Artur. He also worked hard defensively in the first half. On an inspired night, he pounced on a loose ball from a corner and smashed it into the net for São Paulo’s third. He also had a shot that just skimmed past the post late on. But he wanted more. In the closing moments, he beat his marker and placed it into the corner to seal the 4-1 rout, with three goals from the No. 11.

Calleri – 6.75 – First threatened in the 8th minute, getting on the end of a cross in the box. Shortly after, he grabbed the ball to take the penalty and opened the scoring with a firm shot down the middle. Had a good first half. Fought hard and held up the ball in attack in the final period, until he suffered a head clash and had to be replaced by André Silva.

DISAPPOINTMENT: Dória – 4.5 – Had to come on right after halftime in place of the injured Sabino. He was dribbled past on his very first play, which resulted in a Cruzeiro goal. He did not come on well.

Cauly – 5.5 – Came on for Luciano in the 14th minute of the second half. Made a few good passes, but did not stand out.

Enzo Díaz – 6.0 – Came off the bench to replace Wendell in the 22nd minute of the second half. He was solid defensively, as usual.

Pablo Maia – No rating – Replaced Bobadilla in the 30th minute of the second half.

André Silva – No rating – Came on for the injured Calleri in the closing minutes.

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