The 3-0 home defeat to Atletico Mineiro, which kept them in last place with zero points, led to the resignation of coach Luis Fernando Lopel. Portuguese manager Petiti took over. This was followed by a 1-0 away loss to Goias from the second division, in their first match in the Round of 32 of the cup. Overall, they have gone six consecutive games in all competitions without a win (0-1-5). Forward Max (6/1), midfielder Filipe Augusto (8/0) and 20-year-old left back Rickelme (7/0) are out of the squad due to injury. On Wednesday, they will host Metropolitan from Venezuela for the Copa Sudamericana.

It is goalless in the last three league matches, with the most recent being an away 0-0 draw against fellow city rival Sao Paulo. Last Thursday, they narrowly defeated Botafogo Sao Paulo (a second division team) 2-1 at home in the round of 32 of the cup. In fact, the winning goal came in the 8th minute of stoppage time. The second leg will take place on May 23rd. Long-term injuries for forwards Dudu (0/0) and Bruno Rodrigues (2/0). Next Thursday, they will be hosted in Uruguay by Liverpool Montevideo for the 4th matchday of the group stage of the Copa Libertadores, where they have started very well (2-1-0).