Tricolor is missing striker Ryan Francisco, top scorer in the Copinha, with eight goals scored. THE Sporting News shows why he doesn’t play.
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Why won’t Ryan Francisco play in the Copinha final?
The attacker does not play in the Copainha final for being suspended. Ryan Francisco received his second yellow card in São Paulo’s victory over Criciúma in the semi-final. He was cautioned after hitting a shot at the rival defender’s head while attempting a bicycle kick inside the box.
It is worth noting that instead of traditional competitions, where three yellow cards suspend the player, in the Copinha there are two cards.
Ryan Francisco’s great goal is competing for the Dener Award!
The second goal against Criciúma, which guaranteed Tricolor in the Copinha final, deserves this award, right? 😅
Access and vote for the São Paulo striker’s goal!…
— São Paulo FC (@SaoPauloFC)
Who is Ryan Francisco?
Current top scorer in this season’s Copinha, with ten goals, Ryan Francisco is considered one of the jewels of São Paulo’s youth team. In this year, 2025, he has ten goals in eight games. In 2024, there were 38 goals and 11 assists in 52 games.
The club’s intention is for him to start participating in the main team’s training, right after the Copa São Paulo dispute. In fact, he was a starter in the draw against Pantera. In the first minute, he almost scored, but hit goalkeeper João Carlos’ crossbar.
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How much is Ryan Francisco’s fine?
In October 2024, São Paulo renewed Ryan Francisco’s contract. The bond, previously valid until January 31, 2026, will now end on August 30, 2028. The fine increased to 60 million eurosor equivalent to R$362.4 millionfor teams outside Brazil.
How many Copinha titles does São Paulo have?
São Paulo has four titles in the biggest youth competition in Brazil. The last achievement was six years ago, in 2019, when they defeated Vasco.
Tricolor won the competition in: 1993, 2000, 2010 e 2019.
