Corinthians Snatch Last-Minute Win While Santos Extends Winless Streak in 2026 Campeonato Paulista
Corinthians secured a crucial last-minute win against Velo Clube, advancing to fourth place, while Santos extended their winless streak with a draw against Bragantino.
- • Corinthians won 1-0 against Velo Clube with a last-minute goal from Yuri Alberto.
- • The victory lifted Corinthians to fourth place with eight points after three games without a win.
- • Santos drew 0-0 with Red Bull Bragantino, marking their fourth consecutive game without a victory.
- • Santos remains in ninth place with six points, while Bragantino holds second place with 11 points.
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In the latest round of the 2026 Campeonato Paulista, Corinthians clinched a dramatic 1-0 victory over Velo Clube with a last-minute goal by Yuri Alberto, boosting their position to fourth place with eight points. This win ended Corinthians' three-match winless run, revitalizing their campaign after a tightly contested game where both sides created several chances. Meanwhile, Santos endured their fourth consecutive match without a win after a goalless draw with Red Bull Bragantino at the Neo Química Arena. The match highlighted Santos' offensive struggles, with few meaningful opportunities and the only near goal early in the first half by Gabigol, who shot over the crossbar. Santos remains stuck in ninth place with six points, much to the disappointment of their supporters who voiced frustration towards club president Marcelo Teixeira due to the team's lackluster performance. Bragantino, despite conceding a draw, secured second place with 11 points. While Corinthians showed resilience and seized victory at the death, Santos continued to falter in breaking their winless streak, underscoring contrasting fortunes for the two São Paulo-based clubs in the competition.
This article was translated and synthesized from Brazilian sources, providing English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
