São Paulo’s July: a test of depth as Libertadores looms | OneFootball

São Paulo return to the pitch in July following their extended break for the Club World Cup, with a busy month that will test squad depth and focus, according to Arquibancada Tricolor.

The first three fixtures of July are all in the Brazilian top flight. São Paulo begin their run with an away clash against Red Bull Bragantino on the 16th. The match will be held at the Cícero Souza Marques Stadium and kicks off at 20:00. After that opener, São Paulo hit the road again, taking on Juventude at the Alfredo Jaconi on the 24th, scheduled for 19:00.

The month concludes with a shift in attention to continental matters as São Paulo enter the first leg of the Copa Libertadores round of 16. The exact date and opponent for this match were not specified in the source, but it marks a significant step in the club’s ambitions for South American glory after securing passage from the group stage with a rotated squad and notable absences in their last outing. The squad’s current injury list remains a factor to monitor, with key names like Oscar, Lucas Moura, and others missing in recent weeks and no clear timeline yet for their return.

With domestic and continental fixtures tightly packed throughout July, manager Luis Zubeldía’s use of squad rotation is expected to continue. Fans are keen to see how the team copes with the congested schedule, balancing league points against the demands of knockout football on the continent.

All match times and dates are subject to possible adjustment, but supporters can mark their calendars for a decisive stretch in São Paulo’s season.

(Source: Arquibancada Tricolor)

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