Does Calleri play today? Lineup confirmed São Paulo x Bragantino and where to watch the Brasileirão

Calleri will not take the field this Saturday, November 8, 2025, at 9 pm, for São Paulo against Red Bull Bragantino, at Vila Belmiro, for the 33rd round of the Brasileirão Betano. The Argentine striker remains out indefinitely following surgery on the cruciate ligament in his left knee. The injury occurred in April, limiting his participation to 18 games in the season with three goals and four assists.

Hernán Crespo deals with extensive absences in attack. Tricolor occupies 8th place with 45 points. Bragantino is 12th with 39 points.

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Calleri’s numbers for the season

Calleri played in 18 matches for São Paulo in 2025 before the serious injury. The center forward registered three goals and four assists. In the Brasileirão, he contributed in the initial rounds with direct participation in seven goals.

The Argentine averages 0.17 goals per game. Completion conversion rate is around 12%. Reviews on specialized platforms highlight presence in the area.

• Goals: 3 in total, concentrated in initial competitions.
• Assists: 4,with decisive passes at Paulista.
• Goal contributions: 7 in 18 games.
• Minutes played: around 1,200 before interruption.

São Paulo lineup confirmed

Rafael protects the goal. Defense composed of Alan Franco, Robert Arboleda and Sabino. Midfield features Luiz Gustavo, Damián Bobadilla and Lucas Moura.

Enzo Díaz and Maik on the sides. Attack led by Luciano and Ferreira. 3-5-2 formation seeks defensive solidity.

Absences include Calleri, Pablo Maia, André Silva and others in DM.

Best career moment

Calleri reached his peak in 2016 while on loan at São Paulo. The striker scored 16 goals in 31 games. Contributed to the Libertadores semi-final with decisive performances.

In his initial spell at Tricolor, he became a reference in the attack. The slogan “play Calleri, it’s a goal” appeared at the time. Performance led to Olympic call-ups for Argentinaa.

In 2022, he repeated his high phase with 24 goals in 61 matches. He surpassed previous personal bests at Boca Juniors.

Impact on today’s game

Calleri misses São Paulo for the seventh consecutive month. The absence forces adjustments in the attack with Luciano and Ferreira as the main options. Crespo adapts scheme without fixed pivot.

In the confrontation, Bragantino’s defense gains the advantage without the Argentine’s pressure. History shows a drop in Tricolor goals in games without him. Expectation of greater dependence on counterattacks.

The center forward scored more than 100 goals for the club in two spells. Recovery prioritizes full return in 2026.

Where to buy tickets

Tickets sold on the website spfcticket.net. Prices start at R$50 for half-price. Sectors sell out quickly with facial registration required.

• Grandstand: R$60 in full.
• Ground chair: R$120 with free PCD.
• Visitor: limited places for Bragantino fans.

Recent team performance

São Paulo remains unbeaten in three rounds. The last five games have two wins and three draws. Bragantino reacted with victory over Corinthians.

• São Paulo: E 2-2 Flamengo, W 2-1 other, W 3-0, E 1-1, D previous.
• Bragantino: W 2-1 Corinthians, D sequence of four.

Arbitration and weather forecasting

Bruno Arleu de Araujo directs the game. Average of 5.49 cards per game. VAR team completes inspection.

Temperatures in Santos vary from 20°C to 24°C at 9pm. High humidity with no heavy rain forecast.

Calleri continues in physical transition at CT. Medical department avoids risks to preserve a long career. Crespo highlights the importance of the Argentine in interviews.

The duel affects classification for continental competitions. São Paulo seeks G-6. Bragantino moves away from the bottom zone.