São Paulo were knocked out 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 brought their campaign to a halt.
Corinthians organised fans greeted the travelling supporters before the fixture. Commentator Paulo Vinicius Coelho said the exit stings more than a disallowed goal. His point was that the loss creates a deeper pain than one moment.
Brazilian site ge listed five reasons to believe in a comeback, but the elimination was confirmed. The draw ended their run.
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 finished with no reward. ge listed factors for a rally, but it was not enough.
The campaign is over and the club will shift focus to what comes next.