On April 10, 2025, São Paulo faced Alianza Lima at Morumbis Stadium in the second round of the Copa Libertadores group stage. The Tricolor took the lead with two goals from Ferreirinha, but allowed the visitors to equalize in the final minutes, ending the match in a 2-2 draw.
São Paulo x Alianza Lima Head-to-Head Record
| Date | Venue | Score | Competition |
| 01/03/2007 | Morumbi | 4-0 | Copa Libertadores |
| 19/04/2007 | Estadio Nacional | 1-0 | Copa Libertadores |
| 10/04/2025 | Morumbis | 2-2 | Copa Libertadores |
São Paulo had a flawless history against Alianza Lima, with two wins in 2007. The 2025 draw marks the first time the Peruvian side managed to take a point from São Paulo in the tournament.
Match Stats: São Paulo x Alianza Lima
| Statistic | São Paulo | Alianza Lima |
| Ball Possession | 60% | 40% |
| Shots | 15 | 8 |
| Shots on Target | 7 | 4 |
| Fouls Committed | 12 | 14 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 3 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Corners | 6 | 3 |
São Paulo dominated possession and created more chances, but Alianza Lima was clinical and capitalized on the final minutes to snatch a draw.
Tactical Breakdown: São Paulo x Alianza Lima
Manager Luis Zubeldía fielded an aggressive starting lineup, focusing on wing play with Ferreirinha and Lucas Moura. However, substitutions in the second half—especially removing Ferreirinha—resulted in a drop in attacking efficiency. Alianza Lima took advantage of the defensive gaps to equalize.
Group D Standings – Copa Libertadores 2025
| Position | Team | Points |
| 1st | Libertad | 4 |
| 2nd | São Paulo | 4 |
| 3rd | Talleres | 1 |
| 4th | Alianza Lima | 1 |
The draw leaves São Paulo tied at the top of Group D with Libertad. The next matches will be key for defining the group’s hierarchy.
Upcoming Matches for São Paulo
- April 13, 2025 – São Paulo vs Cruzeiro – Brasileirão
- Date TBD – Libertad vs São Paulo – Copa Libertadores
São Paulo needs to reassess its tactics to maintain consistency in both the Libertadores and domestic league matches.
Conclusion
This 2-2 draw should serve as a wake-up call for São Paulo. Despite strong moments, the team must improve tactical consistency and game management to achieve its Libertadores ambitions. With smart changes and focused execution, São Paulo still holds great potential for the rest of the tournament.
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