São Paulo and O'Higgins Clash in Key Copa Sul-Americana Group C Match
São Paulo and O'Higgins face off in a decisive Copa Sul-Americana group match, with live broadcasts and key player lineups announced.
- • São Paulo and O'Higgins each won their opening group matches, making this encounter vital for group leadership.
- • The match will take place at Estádio MorumBis on April 14, 2026, at 19:00 Brasília time.
- • São Paulo is coached by Roger Machado, recently appointed after Hernán Crespo's dismissal.
- • Broadcast coverage will be provided by ESPN and Disney+, with live updates on CNN Esportes.
Key details
São Paulo FC is set to host Chilean side O'Higgins in a crucial Group C fixture of the 2026 Copa Sul-Americana at the Estádio MorumBis on April 14, 2026, at 19:00 Brasília time. Both teams come into the match having secured wins in their opening group encounters — São Paulo edged Boston River 1-0 with Bobadilla scoring, while O'Higgins defeated Millonarios 2-0, giving the Chileans a group lead on goal difference.
This match represents a pivotal opportunity for either side to claim leadership in the group stage. São Paulo, under new coach Roger Machado who replaced Hernán Crespo, seek to build momentum after a mixed run that included a recent Campeonato Brasileiro defeat against Vitória and a notable victory over Cruzeiro. However, Machado's appointment has yet to fully resonate with fans.
São Paulo's starting lineup includes Rafael, Lucas Ramon, Rafael Tolói, Alan Franco, Enzo Diaz, Marcos Antônio, Bobadilla, Luciano, Artur, Calleri, and Lucca Marques. Opposing them, O'Higgins will field Carabalí, Faúndez, Garrido, Pavez, Díaz, Ogaz, Leiva, Rabello, González, Sarrafiore, and Castillo.
The match will be televised live on ESPN and Disney+, with live updates available on CNN Esportes. The outcome is highly anticipated as the winner will gain a significant advantage in Group C's progression.
This article was translated and synthesized from Brazilian sources, providing English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
Source articles (2)
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Match results
Sources report different outcomes of São Paulo's recent matches.
cnnbrasil.com.br
"São Paulo secured a 1-0 victory against Boston River."
estadao.com.br
"São Paulo FC is set to play against the Chilean team O'Higgins following a disappointing loss to Vitória in the Campeonato Brasileiro."
Why this matters: One source states São Paulo won their opening match against Boston River 1-0, while the other mentions a loss to Vitória in the Campeonato Brasileiro. This discrepancy affects the understanding of São Paulo's recent performance leading into the match against O'Higgins.