São Paulo defeats Atlético-MG 2-0 in Brasileirão match at MorumBIS

São Paulo defeated Atlético-MG 2-0 on Saturday in a 26th-round Brazilian Championship match held at MorumBIS. Head coach Dorival Júnior praised his team's authority on the ball and their ability to keep the opponent under pressure throughout the game. Goalkeeper Rafael saw little action during the match due to the defensive contributions of his teammates. The result provides São Paulo with momentum as they shift focus to international competition. The club is currently preparing for the first leg of the CONMEBOL Sudamericana quarter-finals against Boca Juniors, scheduled for Tuesday at La Bombonera in Buenos Aires. Following the international clash, São Paulo will return to domestic league play on September 12 to face Palmeiras at Nubank Parque.

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