EC Manchester Catarinense produced a ruthless 6-0 victory over FC Porto de Porto Uniao in the Brazilian Catarinense Division 2 on 18 October 2026, with Rafael Souza scoring a hat-trick in a one-sided home display.

The hosts were faster to every loose ball, more aggressive in the press, and far more clinical in front of goal. By half-time they led 3-0, and the second half became a matter of managing the scoreline and protecting a clean sheet. The result was a statement performance in the Campeonato Catarinense Série B and a significant boost to EC Manchester Catarinense’s goal difference.

Match overview

EC Manchester Catarinense set the tone in the eighth minute when Rafael Souza opened the scoring after a quick move down the right. The early goal forced FC Porto de Porto Uniao to step higher in search of an equaliser, and that space played directly into the hosts’ hands. Diego Martins made it 2-0 in the 22nd minute with a composed finish from the edge of the area, before Rafael Souza added his second in the 41st minute after another incisive attack.

Any hope of a second-half comeback was extinguished within 13 minutes of the restart. Lucas Pereira scored the fourth in the 58th minute, finishing a flowing team move, and Rafael Souza completed his hat-trick in the 67th minute with a close-range effort. Bruno Henrique rounded off the scoring in the 84th minute, converting a late chance as FC Porto de Porto Uniao’s resistance faded.

Key moments

• 8th minute: Rafael Souza opened the scoring with an early finish after a sharp attack down the right.
• 22nd minute: Diego Martins doubled the lead with a low strike from the edge of the box.
• 41st minute: Rafael Souza scored his second, capitalising on space between the visiting centre-backs.
• 58th minute: Lucas Pereira made it 4-0 after a patient build-up opened the defence.
• 67th minute: Rafael Souza completed his hat-trick from close range.
• 84th minute: Bruno Henrique added the sixth goal late on.

Tactical story

EC Manchester Catarinense’s dominance was built on a high press and quick transitions. Their midfield won the majority of second balls, allowing the front line to attack repeatedly against a defence that was often left exposed. The hosts also used width effectively, stretching FC Porto de Porto Uniao before delivering crosses into dangerous areas. Set pieces added another layer of pressure, even if the goals came mostly from open play.

FC Porto de Porto Uniao struggled to maintain possession under pressure and were forced into long clearances that came straight back. Once the third goal went in just before half-time, the visitors’ shape became more open, and EC Manchester Catarinense punished them with three more goals after the break. The clean sheet was equally satisfying for the hosts, who managed the final stages without allowing a clear chance.

Standout players

Rafael Souza was the clear man of the match with a hat-trick, showing sharp movement and composed finishing throughout. Lucas Pereira dictated the tempo in midfield and capped his performance with a goal, while Diego Martins and Bruno Henrique added quality in the final third. For FC Porto de Porto Uniao, the afternoon was one to forget, though the goalkeeper made several saves to prevent an even heavier defeat.

What the result means

The win gives EC Manchester Catarinense a major boost in the Catarinense Division 2 standings, both in points and in goal difference. In a promotion race where fine margins can decide the final places, a 6-0 home victory carries extra value and sends a clear message to the rest of the division. FC Porto de Porto Uniao will need to regroup quickly, but the scoreline reflects the gap in execution on the day rather than the full story of a long campaign.