São Paulo ratings: Maia, Ferraresi, Bobadilla shine vs Atlético-MG | OneFootball

Pablo Maia and Bobadilla participated in the first goal of São Paulo against Atlético-MG (Photo: Paulo Pinto/São Paulo FC)

Pablo Maia and Bobadilla fulfilled a "dual function" in the victory of São Paulo against Atlético-MG. In addition to being responsible for taking care of the marking in the midfield, the duo of defensive midfielders created the play for the team's first goal. Who also stood out on the field was defender Nahuel Ferraresi, who won all defensive disputes and also actively participated in attacking plays, going up the right side.

The victory can also be attributed to Hernán Crespo, who set up a solid defensive team and knew how to create good attacking plays. Atlético never threatened Tricolor.

Rafael: 6. Honestly, he was a spectator on the field. In the extra time, he saw the ball hit the crossbar

Ferraresi: 7.5. What a game! He played on the right side of the defense. He gave security to the sector and tried to help the right side in the attacks

Sabino: 6.5. He tried to do the basics, without wanting to invent. That's already great.

Alan Franco: 7. He anticipated at least 3 plays, with disarms that generated a counterattack by São Paulo.

Cédric Soares: 7. He did what every São Paulo fan expects: gave defensive balance and reached the end line to help the attack. He gave a beautiful assist for Tapia's goal

Marcos Antônio: 7. He was standing out on the field, anticipating plays, helping the offensive sector with fast and objective passes, but had to leave due to an alleged injury to his thigh. He was replaced by Rodriguinho

Pablo Maia: 7.5. In the scheme with 3 defenders, the defensive midfielder had more freedom to advance. This was essential for him to go further into the attack and be rewarded with a beautiful goal

Bobadilla: 7.5. It's been a while since he's been playing well, progress that has Crespo's direct participation. He gave an assist to Pablo Maia and created good offensive plays

Enzo Díaz: 6. Safe on the left side and participatory in the offensive sector

André Silva: 5. Faded performance.

Ferreirinha: 5.5. He had a great chance to increase São Paulo's advantage, but the shot was palmed by Everson. He was substituted

Rodriguinho: 6.5. He has a lot of skill and gave a differentiated touch in the creation of the midfield

Luciano: 7. He entered in place of Ferreirinha at 17 of the final stage. The guy has a star. The attacker gave a letter pass to Cédric, who saw Tapia free to score

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