São Paulo Extends Away Drought After Draw Against Mirassol
The São Paulo football club extended its winless streak away from home in the Campeonato Brasileiro to over seven months on Saturday, October 24, 2026, after drawing 1 x 1 against Mirassol at the José Maria de Campos Maia stadium. Pedro Lima scored for the visitors in the 39th minute of the first half, canceling out an early own goal by São Paulo goalkeeper Rafael in the 6th minute.
The result leaves São Paulo in ninth place in the league table with 43 points after 32 rounds. The club has not won an away match in the national tournament since March 15, 2026, when it defeated Red Bull Bragantino 2 x 1. That ongoing road slump now spans 13 matches, featuring ten defeats and three draws.
Early Pressure and Tactical Adjustments at the Maião
Mirassol began the match with heavy pressure. In the 6th minute, Reinaldo delivered a cross from a free kick to the near post, where Neto Moura headed toward the goal. The ball struck the crossbar, rebounded against Rafael’s back, and crossed the line for an opening goal credited as an own goal by the goalkeeper. The home side tested Rafael repeatedly in the opening stages with attempts from Bruno Santos and Alesson.
Facing a deficit and struggling to build momentum, São Paulo manager Dorival Júnior delivered a stern reprimand to his squad during the first-half hydration break. The tactical adjustment paid off shortly before halftime. In the 39th minute, Lucas Moura initiated an attacking sequence down the left flank, feeding Bobadilla, who slid a low pass across the box for Pedro Lima to finish from close range.
Mirassol Stays 14th After Draw with São Paulo
The second half remained tightly contested as both sides searched for a winner. Lucas Moura provided the visitor’s most dangerous moment in the 17th minute when his strike struck the right goalpost. Shortly after, in the 18th minute, a fatigued Lucas was replaced by Gustavo Santana, after which the São Paulo attack generated fewer opportunities against Mirassol goalkeeper Walter.
With the single point, Mirassol moved to 37 points and remained in 14th place, continuing its fight against the relegation zone. Following the match, Rafael acknowledged the team’s difficult start but emphasized the value of securing a point away from home.
Upcoming Fixtures for Both Clubs
São Paulo travels to Salvador to face Bahia at the Arena Fonte Nova on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at 21:30 Brasília time. The team will be missing Iago, who must serve an automatic suspension. Mirassol plays its next fixture against Corinthians on Friday, October 30, 2026, at 20:00 at the Neo Química Arena.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Match
Why was Lucas Moura’s appearance noteworthy for São Paulo?
The match marked Lucas Moura’s return to the starting lineup for the first time in over seven months, a period during which he recovered from an Achilles tendon injury.
How long has São Paulo’s winless away streak lasted in the Brasileiro?
The sequence extends back to March 15, 2026, covering 13 away matches in the national competition with ten losses and three draws.
What were the attendance figures at the José Maria de Campos Maia stadium?
The match was played in front of 8,393 spectators in Mirassol, São Paulo.
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