Guarani Faces Ponte Preta in Crucial Campeonato Paulista Clash with Live Broadcast Details
Guarani and Ponte Preta clash in a pivotal Campeonato Paulista match on January 31, with live coverage on TNT and HBO Max.
- • Guarani plays Ponte Preta on January 31 at 16:00 at Brinco de Ouro stadium, Campinas.
- • Guarani holds fifth place with eight points after two successive wins.
- • Ponte Preta is last in standings with one point and under relegation pressure.
- • Live broadcast on TNT (cable) and HBO Max (streaming) ensures wide access to the match.
Key details
On January 31, 2026, Guarani and Ponte Preta will meet in the 6th round of the Campeonato Paulista, in a match loaded with significance for both teams. The encounter is set for 16:00 Brasília time at the Brinco de Ouro stadium in Campinas, São Paulo. Guarani currently holds fifth place in the standings with eight points, buoyed by two consecutive wins over Velo Clube and Portuguesa. A victory in this classic derby could secure their spot in the quarter-finals, boosting their campaign.
Conversely, Ponte Preta is enduring a difficult season, languishing at the bottom of the table with only one point from five matches. They are under pressure to improve results to avoid relegation, particularly with challenging fixtures ahead against Portuguesa and São Paulo. Ponte Preta's lineup includes goalkeeper Diogo Silva and key players such as Rodrigo Souza and Luís Phelipe, while Guarani is expected to field Caíque França in goal, alongside Raphael Rodrigues and Maranhão.
The match will be available live on TNT for cable viewers and streamed on HBO Max, reflecting the trend towards digital accessibility of live football in Brazil. This accessibility ensures fans can watch the match on various devices, enhancing the viewing experience.
This derby stands out not only for its local rivalry but also for its impact on the teams' futures in the competition, with Guarani aiming for advancement and Ponte Preta fighting to maintain their status.
This article was translated and synthesized from Brazilian sources, providing English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
