Sao Paulo
- Sao Paulo sit top of Copa Sudamericana Group C with 8 points from 4 matches, 1 more than Millonarios in 3rd.
- Sao Paulo are unbeaten at home in Copa Sudamericana Group C, conceding 0 goals in their only match there.
- Sao Paulo have struggled in the final third recently, winless in 5 matches across all competitions (D3, L2), following back-to-back defeats to Corinthians Paulista (3-2) and EC Juventude (3-1).
Millonarios
- Millonarios have had a remarkable run of form in recent weeks and arrive for this crucial Copa Sudamericana game in excellent shape.
- Fabian Bustos has built an adaptable and flexible tactical system that has seen his side win 3 consecutive matches, including the most recent 3-2 victory away to Patriotas Tunja.
- Millonarios are an intense side who can match Sao Paulo’s press and are comfortable on the break, with the ability to quickly transition into a compact block of 5.
Recent meeting
These two sides had a very tight and cagey game 2 weeks ago in Colombia , with the game ending 0-0 .
Key Players
- Artur Guimaraes
- Artur Guimaraes has scored 1 goal in 3 Copa Sudamericana appearances and is currently the top scorer for Sao Paulo in the competition.
- He provides a direct aerial threat from the centre of the front three and is a reliable target for the full-backs and defensive line when trying to maintain possession.
- Rodrigo Contreras
- Rodrigo Contreras has scored 2 goals in Copa Sudamericana Group C, and has also scored 4 of their last 8 in all competitions.
- He is their most reliable finisher and their main goal threat.
- Jonathan Calleri has not yet scored in this competition but has been an integral player for Sao Paulo, providing 2 assists in just 1 appearance.
- Julian Angulo is a vital creative force further up the field with 2 assists in 3 appearances in this tournament.
Betting Insights
- Millonarios have a dangerous attacking threat on the counter, but they have often struggled to break down the best organised teams in the Copa Sudamericana.
- Sao Paulo have been excellent at home in this group and have conceded zero goals in their only home match.
- Both Teams to Score - No is priced at 1.61, which is the selection here.
- Over 2.5 goals is priced at 2.29.
Prediction
This could be a big game for Sao Paulo , but their organization and home advantage should see them get the vital win on Wednesday.
