Ubatuba to Host Semifinals of 44th Copa Estadual 'Bom de Bola, Bom na Escola' This Saturday

The city of Ubatuba will host the semifinals of the 44th edition of the Copa Estadual 'Bom de Bola, Bom na Escola' on Saturday, November 7, 2026. The matches will take place at the Estufa II Football Field, starting promptly at 1 PM with the Sub-15 category, followed by the Sub-13 at 2 PM, and concluding with the Sub-11 at 3 PM. Teams from CTI Ubatuba will face off against representatives from Cruzeiro across all three age groups.

This competition is notable for its integration of youth football and education, as participating student-athletes are required to maintain school attendance and academic performance to qualify. The event is organized by the São Paulo State Sports Secretariat and includes teams from municipalities spanning from Guarulhos to Cruzeiro, including the North Coast region.

Secretary of Sports and Leisure, Saulo Souza, personally supervised the preparation of the playing field on Friday morning to ensure the venue’s readiness. Souza emphasized community involvement, stating, “We are working to ensure the venue has all the necessary infrastructure to host the teams from Cruzeiro and our supporters. We invite and count on the community's support to secure a spot in the finals.”

The winners of these semifinal matches will advance to subsequent stages of the state competition, with the state finals scheduled for December. These final matches will be hosted across various municipalities in the interior of São Paulo, including Monte Aprazível, Lucélia, and Tupã. This tournament highlights the value of combining athletic development with educational achievements, fostering a holistic approach to youth engagement in sports throughout the region.