Match report
Sao Paulo Defeats Flamengo 2-1 in Serie A Thriller
Sao Paulo
2–1
FT
Flamengo
Feb 26, 2021
In a highly charged Serie A match, Sao Paulo stunned Flamengo with a 2-1 victory. The match was marked by Sao Paulo's resilience and strategic substitutions, leading to key goals by Luciano and Pablo. Flamengo's Bruno Henrique managed to score, but it wasn't enough to overcome Sao Paulo's solid performance.
Key Facts
- • Sao Paulo secured the win with goals from Luciano and Pablo.
- • Flamengo's only goal was scored by Bruno Henrique.
- • Sao Paulo faced multiple yellow cards but maintained their offensive momentum.
- • Luciano and Dani Alves were key players in Sao Paulo's victory.
- • Flamengo made several substitutions, including Pedro for Gabriel and João Gomes for Diego.
Lineups
Sao Paulo
Formation: 3-4-1-2
Starting XI
- 1 Tiago Volpi (G)
- 5 R. Arboleda (D)
- 3 Bruno Alves (D)
- 2 Igor Vinicius (M)
- 4 Diego (D)
- 34 Welington (M)
- 10 Dani Alves (M)
- 8 Tchê Tchê (F)
- 13 Luan (M)
- 9 Pablo (F)
- 11 Luciano (F)
Substitutes
- 27 A. Galeano
- 21 Gabriel
- 15 Hernanes
- 26 Igor Gomes
- 17 S. Tréllez
- 32 Rodrigo
- 23 Lucas Perri
- 12 Vitor Bueno
- 40 Thiago
- 25 Rodrigo Nestor
- 18 Jonas Toró
Flamengo
Formation: 4-4-2
Starting XI
- 45 Hugo Souza (G)
- 16 Filipe Luís (D)
- 44 M. Isla (D)
- 3 Rodrigo Caio (D)
- 2 Gustavo Henrique (D)
- 10 Diego (M)
- 7 Éverton Ribeiro (M)
- 14 G. De Arrascaeta (M)
- 8 Gerson (M)
- 9 Gabriel Barbosa (F)
- 27 Bruno Henrique (F)
Substitutes
- 21 Pedro
- 35 João Gomes
- 34 Matheuzinho
- 19 Michael
- 6 Renê
- 11 Vitinho
- 43 Rodrigo Muniz
- 40 Pepê
- 22 Gabriel Batista
- 4 Léo Pereira
- 13 João Lucas
Timeline
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31' Sao Paulo Card · Yellow CardTchê Tchê
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36' Sao Paulo Card · Yellow CardR. Arboleda
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39' Sao Paulo Card · Yellow CardDani Alves
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43' Sao Paulo Card · Yellow CardIgor Vinicius
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45'+5 Sao Paulo Goal · Normal GoalLuciano
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45' Flamengo Card · Yellow CardGabriel
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51' Flamengo Goal · Normal GoalBruno Henrique · Assist: Gustavo Henrique
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54' Sao Paulo Card · Yellow CardWelington
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58' Sao Paulo Goal · Normal GoalPablo · Assist: Dani Alves
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61' Sao Paulo Card · Yellow CardLuciano
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66' Flamengo subst · Substitution 1Off: Gabriel · On: Pedro
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73' Flamengo subst · Substitution 2Off: Diego · On: João Gomes
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73' Flamengo subst · Substitution 3Off: M. Isla · On: Matheuzinho
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77' Flamengo Card · Yellow CardEverton Ribeiro
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82' Sao Paulo subst · Substitution 1Off: Igor Vinicius · On: A. Galeano
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87' Sao Paulo subst · Substitution 2Off: Welington · On: Gabriel Sara
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87' Sao Paulo subst · Substitution 3Off: Luan · On: Hernanes
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87' Sao Paulo subst · Substitution 4Off: Luciano · On: Igor Gomes
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89' Flamengo Card · Yellow CardBruno Henrique
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90'+2 Sao Paulo subst · Substitution 5Off: Pablo · On: S. Tréllez
Match Stats
| Stat | Sao Paulo | Flamengo |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 27 | 24 |
| Pass Accuracy | 76% | 84% |
| Offsides | 0 | 2 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 4 | 19 |
| Corners | 1 | 7 |
| Total Passes | 301 | 507 |
| Yellow Cards | 6 | 3 |
| Blocked Shots | 1 | 5 |
| Shots on Target | 2 | 1 |
| Shots off Target | 1 | 13 |
| Possession | 36% | 64% |
| Accurate Passes | 229 | 427 |
| Shots Inside Box | 1 | 13 |
| Saves | — | — |
| Shots Outside Box | 3 | 6 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Luciano's goal in the first half injury time set the tone for Sao Paulo's victory.
- ▸ Pablo's second goal after Dani Alves' assist confirmed Sao Paulo's dominance.
- ▸ Flamengo's inability to capitalize on their substitutions and keep up with Sao Paulo's pace was a crucial turning point.