Match Summary
Mirassol and Sao Paulo drew 1:1. The match was played in Paulista - A1 2021. Goals were scored by Samuel Santos 16′, Vitor Bueno 29′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Mirassol had 38% possession while Sao Paulo held 62%. Mirassol had 9 shots (4 on target) compared to 19 (9 on target) for Sao Paulo. Mirassol made 5 substitutions, Sao Paulo made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Mirassol and Sao Paulo — 2 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Pedro Lucas
assist: Igor Vinicius
Match Statistics
Mirassol had 38% possession against Sao Paulo's 62%. Mirassol registered 9 shots (4 on target) while Sao Paulo managed 19 (9 on target). Corner kicks: 1–6. Fouls committed: 8–13.
Lineups
Mirassol lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Eduardo Baptista, while Sao Paulo deployed a 3-1-4-2 under H. Crespo.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Mirassol is 7.03, compared to — for Sao Paulo. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Mirassol's highest-rated starter is Alex Muralha (7.03), while Sao Paulo's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Mirassol deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Sao Paulo's 3-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Mirassol field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Sao Paulo's 5 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Mirassol start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Sao Paulo averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Discipline
Mirassol's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Sao Paulo. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Mirassol's starting XI is 36.0 (youngest: Alex Muralha (36), oldest: Alex Muralha (36)), while Sao Paulo average 24.5 (youngest: Welington (24), oldest: Rodrigo Nestor (25)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Mirassol's starters average 13 league appearances each, versus 0 for Sao Paulo. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Mirassol have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Sao Paulo show 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Mirassol and Sao Paulo have met 3 times — Mirassol won 2, Sao Paulo won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Mirassol leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 10 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.33 per match (6 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (33%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 23 Mar 2026