ANALYSIS: Corinthians faces unnecessary pressure, but evolves and starts playing with the “face of Lazaro”

ANALYSIS: Corinthians faces unnecessary pressure, but evolves and starts playing with the “face of Lazaro”


Timão came close to equalizing for São Paulo, but showed good tactical skill in the first half

Corinthians fans have reason to celebrate. not just why beat São Paulo 2-1 and it ended with an uncomfortable taboo, but because the team showed tactical evolution and maturity to face a big match.




Playing at Morumbi has always been difficult for Timão in recent years, and in the first 45 minutes of manager Fernando Lázaro’s first derby, the team executed their pitch to near perfection.

The solidity of the defensive system allowed Róger Guedes to have freedom on the left wing and Adson was able to play centrally. Thus was born the second goal of the team, always in the first half. Cria do Terrão’s first goal came with a magical touch from Renato Augusto and the class of Fagner in a cross on the edge of the area.

Corinthians had less ball possession, but were lethal with the ball at their feet and went into the dressing room to win deservedly with two goals. The advantage could be less, but Cássio showed once again the greatness of him and prevented Tricolor from drafting a reaction in the first stage.

Coach Fernando Lázaro’s only problem in the match was not finding solutions for the team in the second half. Timão pulled his lines back further and let his rivals command the game. Ceni’s team piles up chances, but fails to aim.

It was extremely important for Corinthians to win the Majestoso due to their recent history in the classics. While the second-half performance was eye-catching, the first half was the team’s best so far this season, and fans have seen flashes of what the team can produce.

The victory brings the necessary peace to Lázaro to continue his work and continue to show that Corinthians is on the right track.

Source: Terra

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