Red Bull Bragantino Dominates Paulistão with 5-0 Victory Over Botafogo-SP

On January 16, 2026, Red Bull Bragantino delivered a commanding performance by defeating Botafogo-SP 5-0 at the Estádio Nabi Abi Chedid in Bragança Paulista during the third round of the Campeonato Paulista. This win propelled Bragantino to the top of the league standings with a perfect record of three wins from three matches and 9 points, tied with Palmeiras but ahead due to a superior goal difference.

Botafogo-SP remains in a difficult position, holding 14th place with just 2 points and still searching for their first victory of the season. Despite coach Cláudio Tencati making three strategic changes—introducing Gabriel Inocêncio, Marquinho, and Guilherme Queiroz—Botafogo was unable to contain Bragantino's offensive pressure.

Bragantino opened the scoring with a header from Pedro Henrique in the 40th minute, assisted by a corner from Sosa. In the second half, Eduardo Sasha, Matheus Fernandes, Sosa, and Marcelinho added goals to complete the rout. Botafogo had moments of promise, such as a close attempt by Guilherme Queiroz, but none found the back of the net. The match was overseen by referee Marianna Nanni Batalha and saw several cautions, including a yellow card for Botafogo's Morelli.

In addition to their Paulistão success, Red Bull Bragantino recently won 2-0 against Atlético-MG in the Campeonato Brasileiro on November 16, 2025, with goals from Lucas Barbosa and Gustavo Marques. This marked Bragantino's third consecutive win in the national league, moving them to 10th place with 43 points. Atlético-MG, now in 9th place with 45 points, is focusing on their upcoming Copa Sul-Americana final against Lanús.

Looking ahead, Bragantino aims to extend their unbeaten streak in the Campeonato Paulista as they prepare to face Mirassol on January 21, 2026, further solidifying their status as league leaders.