São Paulo have been eliminated of the Copa Sudamericana after a 0-0 draw with Boca Juniors. The match finished level, and a late goal was disallowed by VAR. The result ended their tournament run.
Corinthians organised fans greeted the travelling supporters before the fixture. Commentator Paulo Vinicius Coelho said the exit hurts more than a disallowed goal. His point was that the loss creates a wider frustration than one moment.
Brazilian site ge had listed five reasons to believe in a comeback, but the elimination was confirmed. The draw sealed their fate.
Supporters held onto some hope before kickoff. The team failed to find a breakthrough. Boca kept their shape when it mattered.
VAR made the decisive call. Corinthians fans showed a welcoming gesture to Boca supporters before the game. The campaign ended in disappointment. ge pointed to reasons for optimism, but it was not enough.
The campaign is over and the club will turn attention to next season.