In the 1998 season, O Mais Querido displayed resilience across their campaigns. A major highlight of the year was an exciting and high-scoring 4-1 victory over rivals Corinthians, a memorable win that delighted fans as it broke a three-year winless streak against them. The squad featured reliable goalkeeper Clemer and defensive pillar Ricardo Rocha, who both delivered crucial performances to secure key results during a competitive year on the pitch.