São Paulo vs Mirassol – News and Probable Lineups

This Sunday, Sao Paulo will face Mirassol at Brinco de Ouro da Princesa during matchday 13 of the 2026 Brasileiro.

Having to play away from their MorumBIS home ground, which is currently closed, the Tricolour are determined to keep their spot at the upper end of the standings despite a packed schedule.

Conversely, Mirassol FC sees this weekend’s match as crucial in their fight against relegation and will look to capitalize on the neutral venue to secure vital points on the road.

Match overview

Currently, Sao Paulo occupies the fourth position in the Brasileiro table, earning 20 points from 12 matches. With six victories, two draws, and four losses, the Tricolour finds itself in the Copa Libertadores qualification spots—a comfortable yet precarious position given the stiff competition at the top.

However, recent performances have been inconsistent. In their latest league match, Roger Machado’s squad lost 2-1 to Vasco da Gama at Sao Januario, interrupting their positive momentum.

As the MorumBIS is not available due to concerts, Sao Paulo has relocated Sunday’s game to the Brinco de Ouro da Princesa in Campinas. After ruling out Caninde due to pitch conditions, the club leveraged a pre-existing agreement with Guarani to secure this venue.

On the field, Sao Paulo’s primary strength lies in their solid defense, having conceded only 11 goals in 12 games—one of the top records in the upper half of the table.

Offensively, their tally of 16 goals suggests a capable attack, though maintaining consistency is essential to prevent dropping points against lesser teams.

Meanwhile, Mirassol finds itself at the bottom of the table, struggling against relegation in the 2026 Brasileiro. With a scant number of points after 12 matches, the Leao Caipira are in the relegation zone, where each game now feels like a final. Securing an away victory against Sao Paulo would be monumental.

Their recent 2-1 victory over Internacional provided some relief, earning three points and a boost in confidence, even though they remain in the drop zone. It’s the type of win that can foster belief, particularly for a team fighting for its survival.

Interestingly, the recent head-to-head results favor Rafael Guanaes’s team in this matchup. In January 2026, at the start of the Paulistao, Mirassol dominated Sao Paulo with a 3-0 victory at Estadio Jose Maria de Campos Maia, with goals from Lucas Mugni, Alesson, and Jose Aldo. That match demonstrated Mirassol’s ability to exploit the Tricolour’s vulnerabilities, especially during counter-attacks.

The neutral ground could unexpectedly favor Mirassol. Without the pressure of a full MorumBIS, they will face a Sao Paulo team displaced from home and possibly still fatigued from midweek Copa do Brasil duties. For a club desperate for points, this level playing field offers a rare chance.

Team News

Sao Paulo approaches Sunday’s match dealing with a number of injuries. Pablo Maia, Marcos Antonio, Ferreirinha, and Ryan Francisco are all out, while Lucas Moura has returned to training but is unlikely to participate.

There are additional concerns in midfield. Damian Bobadilla, who played against Vasco da Gama, suffered from gastroenteritis and could not train normally ahead of the Copa do Brasil encounter, missing the midweek clash against Juventude.

Mirassol will also be without several key players. In their match against Internacional, Negueba, Reinaldo, and Igor Carius were unavailable due to injury, and their return remains uncertain. Notably, Reinaldo is the primary left-back, while Negueba serves as an essential offensive outlet.

The schedule only adds to Mirassol’s difficulties. After taking on RB Bragantino in the Copa do Brasil on Wednesday, the squad has had little time to recuperate before this critical league match. For a depleted squad facing relegation, putting together a competitive starting XI is a substantial challenge.

Sao Paulo probable starting XI:

Rafael; Ramon, Matheus, Toloi, Wendell; Luan, Danielzinho; Cauly, Luciano, Artur; Calleri

Mirassol probable starting XI:

Walter; Igor Formiga, Joao Victor, Oliveira, Reinaldo; NETO, Aldo Filho, Shaylon; Edson, Luis, Alesson

While Sao Paulo has been experiencing an inconsistent streak in the Brasileiro, they enter this match as the de facto home team and sport a squad that is clearly superior to their opponents.

Conversely, Mirassol, positioned near the bottom of the table, has suffered four losses in their last five league fixtures and arrive in Campinas in a delicate condition. We anticipate a hard-fought victory for Sao Paulo—one that should help the Tricolour regain their momentum, even on unfamiliar territory.