São Paulo lost to Palmeiras 3-1, at Arena Barueri, this Saturday (24), in the 5th round of the Campeonato Paulista. The setback is the second in a row, after losing to Portuguesa 3-2, at Morumbis. As a result, the pressure on the squad and coach Hernán Crespo increases.
But is the coach at risk of being fired at Tricolor? How is his situation in the position? Sporting News shows.
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Can Crespo be fired from São Paulo?
Until now, Hernán Crespo should not be fired from São Paulo. The coach is seen by the board as an important player in planning the squad for the season.
Before the classic against Palmeiras, Crespo admitted the difficulties and highlighted that this could be the worst period in São Paulo’s history.
– We arrived seven months ago. The president is not there, Belmonte is not there. Then we started designing with Charlemagne… it’s not. Doctor is not there, physiotherapist is not there. The medical department, board of directors, president changed… Maybe other people will arrive, new president. It’s about being calm and trying to help where we can help. Perhaps we are talking about the worst moment in the history of São Paulo. We need stability – said Crespo.
Crespo’s outburst in the pre-game for TNT. pic.twitter.com/iGIycdOieJ
— Gabriel Sá (@OGObrielSa January 24, 2026
São Paulo numbers in 2026
- 5 games
- 1 victory
- 1 draw
- 3 defeats
