The São Paulo club has already earned US$ 1.2 million (R$ 6.4 million) in premiações in the Sul-Americana competition, including R$ 1.5 million for participating in the group stage, R$ 1.8 million for three wins, and R$ 3 million for advancing to the quarterfinals. The club's financial struggles have been well-documented, with a one-month delay in paying image rights to players this season and a recent need to pay R$ 6.2 million to quash a transfer ban imposed by FIFA.
A win over Bolívar in the upcoming match would secure São Paulo's place in the quarterfinals, providing a much-needed financial boost. The club's director, Rafinha, admitted to a one-month delay in payments in July, highlighting the need for additional revenue streams. If São Paulo were to win the Sul-Americana title, they would receive US$ 12.7 million (R$ 64.4 million).