São Paulo FC is back at MorumBis after three months away from home. The team led by coach Hernán Crespo faces São Bernardo this Thursday, at 21h45, in a match valid for the second round of the Paulistão. After debuting with a crushing defeat, 3-0, against Mirassol, the tricolor team seeks redemption while trying to alleviate the crisis that affects the club in different levels. The administrative chaos caused by the scandal, added to other problems, such as the debt of almost R$ 1 billion, reflected on the field in the first challenge of the season. Heading into the game against São Bernardo, coach Hernán Crespo still won't have the complete team. Expelled against Mirassol, right-back Maik serves a suspension. Midfielder Luan and left-back Enzo Díaz have advanced in their recovery, but are still in doubt. There is an expectation that center-forward Jonathan Calleri, who has not played since April due to a serious knee injury, will return to be available. São Bernardo arrives at MorumBis with high morale after debuting with a 4-0 win over Capivariano in a game in the ABC Paulista region. The team led by coach Ricardo Catalá, who has been in charge since April 2024, wants to surprise the home team to maintain the lead and get closer to qualification. The new format of the Paulistão, with only eight matches in the round-robin phase, requires attention from teams that aim to qualify for the quarterfinals. São Paulo is currently in last place and, after the duel with São Bernardo, will play the classic against Corinthians on Sunday at the Neo Química Arena. Eight of the 16 teams advance to the knockout stage. The two worst teams are relegated to the second division. So, the tricolor team needs to win to stay in the dispute. The game against São Bernardo is crucial for São Paulo FC. But, the team needs to be careful, as São Bernardo has a strong team and can surprise. Coach Hernán Crespo knows this and is preparing the team for the challenge. The São Paulo FC team is focused on winning and staying in the Paulistão dispute. The game will be broadcast live on TNT and HBO Max, at 21h45, this Thursday.