Ponte Preta Youth 3–2 Sao Bento SP Youth: Last-Gasp Winner Seals Thriller

Ponte Preta Youth snatched a dramatic 3–2 victory over Sao Bento SP Youth in a topsy-turvy Campeonato Paulista Youth fixture on 13 June 2026. The home side raced into a two-goal lead, only to be pegged back, before a stoppage-time winner sent the Ponte Preta faithful into raptures.

First-Half Dominance

Ponte Preta Youth started at a blistering pace, pressing high and forcing errors from the Sao Bento defence. The opening goal came in the 12th minute when forward Carlos Eduardo intercepted a loose pass, drove into the box, and finished calmly. Just before the half-hour mark, they doubled the lead: a sweeping move down the right ended with Vinícius Silva side-footing home from close range. The visitors barely threatened in the first 45 minutes, and Ponte Preta looked comfortable.

Sao Bento’s Fightback

Sao Bento SP Youth emerged with renewed determination after the break. They pulled one back in the 56th minute when a deflected shot fell to Luan Alves, who volleyed in from six yards. The momentum shifted, and Sao Bento equalised in the 74th minute through a well-taken free kick by Diego Santos. Suddenly the home side were on the back foot.

Dramatic Finale

Just as a draw seemed inevitable, Ponte Preta Youth won a corner in the fourth minute of stoppage time. The ball was whipped in, and substitute Pedro Henrique rose highest to head home, sparking wild celebrations. The 3–2 win was a testament to Ponte Preta’s resilience, while Sao Bento were left to rue their slow start.

Heroes and Zeroes

• Carlos Eduardo (Ponte Preta Youth) – Opened the scoring and led the line superbly.
• Pedro Henrique (Ponte Preta Youth) – The super-sub whose late header won the game.
• Luan Alves (Sao Bento SP Youth) – His goal sparked the comeback; he worked tirelessly.
• Ponte Preta defence – Shaky in the second half after a strong first period.

League Implications

This victory gives Ponte Preta Youth a crucial boost in the standings, moving them closer to the top three. For Sao Bento SP Youth, the defeat is a blow, but their fighting spirit suggests they will bounce back. The Campeonato Paulista Youth continues to deliver high drama.