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São Paulo beat Talleres 1-0 for the first round of the Libertadores Copa of America in Cordoba (ARG). During the victory, Tricolor had to replace Oscar, who felt pain and worries. However, even with the embezzlement, the Paulesita team tore the result with Alisson’s goal.
In a first half of strong marking and few opportunities, Sao Paulo and Tallers had a balanced duel in Cordoba, Argentina. With the defenses taking the best of the attacks, the goalkeepers were practically not required.
Talleres X São Paulo Lance for Libertadores/Photo: Hernan Cortez/Getty Images
At 36 minutes, Tricolor swayed the nets in a well -crafted move. Ferreirinha advanced for the attack and called Oscar, who crossed as Calleri complete for the goal. However, after revision of VAR, the bid was canceled by impediment of the São Paulo midfielder.
In the second half, Oscar felt his thigh, fell on the lawn with many pains and was replaced.
Even after losing the important player, Sao Paulo managed to get over. 30 minutes into the second stage, Cédric crossed from the right, Juan Portillo dumped badly, midfielder Alisson caught first and the goalkeeper spread the ball to the bottom of the net.
In the following minutes, the Argentine team made a great pressure, with the right in the crossbar, but it was not enough to get the victory of Tricolor Paulista.
Next Games
Now, by the Libertadores, the team led by Zubeldía receives Alianza Lima at Morumbis on April 10 (Quinta-Feir) at 9:30 pm (Brasilia). After the debut against Talleres, São Paulo wants to add three more points indoors to refer the classification in Group B.
Before that, for the Brazilian Championship, on April 6 (Sunday), Tricolor faces Atletico-MG, in Mineirão, at 16h.
