What Happened in Brazilian Soccer Yesterday (Sunday, October 26th, 2025)

Atlético-MG

• Atlético-MG 1 x 0 Ceará – Home: Atlético-MG – Brasileirão

• A lightning goal and solid saves from Everson secured Atlético-MG’s victory over Ceará, easing the pressure before the Copa Sudamericana semifinal.

• Atlético-MG will decide its spot in the Sudamericana final against Del Valle, seeking its ninth continental final after four titles and three runner-up finishes in history.

• Sampaoli demands more efficiency from Atlético-MG’s attack, highlights Hulk’s importance, and asks for “sharpness” before the Sudamericana semifinal against Del Valle.

Bahia

• São Paulo 2 x 0 Bahia – Home: São Paulo – Brasileirão

• Bahia lost 2–0 to São Paulo at MorumBIS, with goals from Luciano and Bobadilla in the first half. The Tricolor remains in 5th place, six points behind the top four.

• Recovered from a muscle injury, Erick Pulga may reinforce Bahia against RB Bragantino; the striker has returned to training and will be evaluated throughout the week.

Botafogo

• Botafogo 2 x 2 Santos – Home: Botafogo – Brasileirão

• Davide Ancelotti explained he started Newton in defense for his speed and pointed to Botafogo’s lack of aggression in the 2–2 draw with Santos. The coach also attributed injuries to the intense match schedule and said he remains confident in qualifying for the Libertadores.

• John Textor made a billion-dollar proposal to buy Wolverhampton, offering US$ 200 million in cash and US$ 350 million in shares. Despite crises at Botafogo, Lyon, and Crystal Palace, the American businessman continues expanding his football investments in Europe.

Ceará

• Atlético-MG 1 x 0 Ceará – Home: Atlético-MG – Brasileirão

• Ceará lost 1–0 to Atlético-MG with a goal scored 23 seconds into the match, struggling with offensive inefficiency and raising concerns in the relegation battle. Vina started, and Mugni called for a reaction.

Cruzeiro

• Palmeiras 0 x 0 Cruzeiro – Home: Palmeiras – Brasileirão

• Cruzeiro played well but suffered from refereeing errors and a red card, showing resilience and keeping the Brasileirão wide open after a draw with Palmeiras.

• Leonardo Jardim criticized the refereeing after the draw with Palmeiras, vented about fatigue, and admitted he may reconsider his future in Brazilian football.

• Refereeing analyst considered correct the decisions regarding Palmeiras’ disallowed goal and Fabrício Bruno’s red card but pointed out an error in not sending off Gustavo Gómez for a harsh foul on Wanderson.

Flamengo

• Fortaleza 1 x 0 Flamengo – Home: Fortaleza – Brasileirão

• Flamengo had a poor first half, an ineffective attack without Pedro, and increased pressure in the Libertadores after a 1–0 defeat to Fortaleza.

• Flamengo bets on the return of Léo Ortiz, Pulgar, and Carrascal, and on physical and emotional recovery, to fight for a Libertadores final spot against Racing.

• Without Pedro, Flamengo keeps Bruno Henrique as a center-forward option despite doubts and controversy about his role ahead of the semifinal against Racing.

Fluminense

• Fluminense 1 x 0 Internacional – Home: Fluminense – Brasileirão

• Fluminense settled part of its labor debts by investing R$10 million in a labor court auction, obtaining a 30% discount and reducing about R$4 million from its debt. The club continues to comply with the Centralized Execution Regime plan, making monthly deposits and annual contributions to settle historical debts.

• Fluminense signed professional contracts until 2028 with prospects Richard Wendel, Gabriel Justen, and Riquelmy, all with Brazil U-17 experience. The trio won the Future Star Cup U-16 and are highlights of the club’s youth academy.

• Fluminense may have up to four reinforcements against Ceará: the returns of Freytes, Martinelli, and Nonato, plus the possible comeback of Ganso, still in physical transition. The team, in seventh place with 44 points, aims to keep momentum after defeating Internacional.

Fortaleza

• Fortaleza 1 x 0 Flamengo – Home: Fortaleza – Brasileirão

• Fortaleza defeated Flamengo 1–0 with a goal from Breno Lopes and strong defensive performance, gaining breathing room in the relegation fight. Palermo’s solid defensive setup worked, but survival remains a challenge.

• Palermo praised Pierre and explained the strategy that led to the 1–0 win over Flamengo. With 27 points and still in the relegation zone, Fortaleza has a free week and targets Santos next Saturday (1st) at Vila Belmiro.

Grêmio

• Grêmio 3 x 1 Juventude – Home: Grêmio – Brasileirão

• Carlos Vinícius shone with a hat-trick, and Grêmio’s collective performance secured a 3–1 victory over Juventude.

• Mano Menezes praised Grêmio’s 3–1 win over Juventude but criticized intentional fouls suffered by Arthur.

Internacional

• Fluminense 1 x 0 Internacional – Home: Fluminense – Brasileirão

• Internacional lost to Fluminense, continues to struggle, and depends on rivals’ fragility to avoid relegation to Série B.

• Ramón and Emiliano Díaz acknowledged Internacional’s poor performance against Fluminense and promised to demand more attitude and emotional focus to avoid relegation.

• Internacional has survived defeats thanks to goalkeeper Ivan’s outstanding performances; without him, the team would have been thrashed in Salvador and Rio de Janeiro.

Juventude

• Grêmio 3 x 1 Juventude – Home: Grêmio – Brasileirão

• Juventude suffered a 3–1 defeat to Grêmio at the Arena, with Carlos Vinícius scoring all three for the hosts and Igor Formiga netting for the visitors. With this result, Juventude remains 19th and faces Palmeiras next.

Mirassol

• Sport 1 x 2 Mirassol – Home: Sport – Brasileirão

• Rafael Guanaes praised Mirassol’s 2–1 victory over Sport, highlighting the importance of the three points to stay in the top four and dream of a Libertadores spot.

• Mirassol leads the league in set-piece goals, with 17 (34% of its total), followed by Palmeiras (14), and Flamengo, Vasco, Atlético-MG, and Grêmio (13). Full-back Reinaldo stands out, with six goals from set pieces.

Sport Recife

• Sport 1 x 2 Mirassol – Home: Sport – Brasileirão

• After Matheusinho’s red card in the 22nd minute, Sport lost 2–1 to Mirassol at Ilha do Retiro, registering its worst home attendance in Serie A (10,656), and remains bottom with 17 points. Negueba and Guilherme scored for Mirassol; Derik Lacerda netted for Sport.

• After the defeat to Mirassol, Daniel Paulista said he has already made a decision for 2026 and will inform the board before making it public. Despite salary delays, he will stay until December and expressed confidence in resolving the issue.

• Gabriel Vasconcelos is negotiating to stay at Sport in 2026; optimism exists, but Vitória (his parent club) wants compensation, and Daniel Paulista’s future remains uncertain.

Vasco

• Vasco 3 x 0 RB Bragantino – Home: Vasco – Brasileirão

• Vegetti ended an eight-game goal drought by scoring twice in Vasco’s 3–0 victory over Bragantino, reclaiming his decisive form and becoming the league’s second top scorer. The win marked the team’s fourth consecutive victory, reaching 42 points and 8th place.

• Vasco’s internal committee investigating the sale of the SAF to 777 Partners found irregularities, including a suspicious R$775,000 payment and manipulated financial statements to hide debts. The report indicted 21 people, including former president Jorge Salgado, for possible fraud and mismanagement.

Vitória

• Vitória 0 x 1 Corinthians – Home: Vitória – Brasileirão

• Despite having one more player, Vitória lost 1–0 to Corinthians at Barradão, with Charles scoring at the 42nd minute. The team remains in the relegation zone with 31 points after failing to capitalize on dominance and missed chances.

• Lucas Arcanjo suffered a medial collateral ligament injury in his knee, worrying Vitória; he will undergo further evaluation, and Thiago Couto will take over as starting goalkeeper.

• Vitória will have three suspensions against Cruzeiro: Lucas Arcanjo, Lucas Halter, and Ronald. Thiago Couto, Neris, and Dudu are expected to replace them.