Real Marli Clinches Copa das Comunidades Title in Itaquaquecetuba
Real Marli wins the Copa das Comunidades final against Vila Nova Maluf, marking a key achievement in São Paulo's amateur football scene.
- • Real Marli defeated Vila Nova Maluf 1-0 in the final held at Campo do Brasil, Itaquaquecetuba.
- • Felipe scored the winning goal in the 31st minute of the second half via header from a corner kick.
- • The tournament featured 64 amateur teams from Itaquaquecetuba, Suzano, Poá, and Ferraz de Vasconcelos.
- • The Copa das Comunidades was funded by the Lei Paulista de Incentivo ao Esporte, supporting non-profit sports projects in São Paulo.
Key details
On the same day as the high-profile Taça Libertadores final in Lima, Peru, the amateur football scene in Greater São Paulo witnessed a thrilling conclusion to the Copa das Comunidades. At Campo do Brasil in Itaquaquecetuba, Real Marli triumphed over Vila Nova Maluf of Suzano with a decisive 1-0 victory.
The winning goal came in the 31st minute of the second half, when Felipe headed in from a corner kick, securing Real Marli's first championship title in this tournament. The final pitted two teams that had excelled in their respective municipal stages and had overcome multiple opponents to reach this stage.
This inaugural Copa das Comunidades tournament showcased 64 amateur teams from four municipalities: Itaquaquecetuba, Suzano, Poá, and Ferraz de Vasconcelos. It was supported financially by the Lei Paulista de Incentivo ao Esporte, which promotes private funding for non-profit sport initiatives across São Paulo.
Real Marli player Pires praised the tournament's organization and its significance, stating, "The Copa das Comunidades is super important for the football of várzea paulista, which is getting stronger every day. I have only compliments for this championship, which was very well organized from start to finish."
This victory highlights the growing strength and passion for amateur football in São Paulo's communities, underscoring the impact of state-level sports incentives in fostering local talent and competition.
This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.