Maua FC and Mauaense SP U23 Battle to 1-1 Draw in Paulista Série B Derby

The local derby in the Brazilian Paulista Série B ended in a 1-1 draw as Maua FC and Mauaense SP U23 shared the points at the Estádio Municipal de Mauá on May 31, 2026. The result keeps both teams in the middle of the table, but does little to separate the two rivals as the season reaches its halfway point.

Mauaense SP U23 took the lead in the 18th minute through a well-taken goal from forward Thiago Costa. A quick break down the right flank saw a low cross cut back into the path of Costa, who swept the ball into the net with his left foot. Mauaense looked comfortable for long stretches of the first half, but Maua FC grew into the game as the interval approached.

The home side equalized just after the hour mark. A long ball forward was flicked on by striker Diego Santos, and midfielder Rafael Almeida, making a late run, slotted the ball under the advancing goalkeeper. The goal sparked a period of sustained pressure from Maua FC, who pushed for a winner in the final 20 minutes.

However, Mauaense SP U23 defended resolutely, with goalkeeper Lucas Oliveira making two crucial saves to preserve the draw. In the end, neither side could find the decisive second goal, and the derby finished all square.

Derby Day Impact

The draw leaves Maua FC in 8th position in the Paulista Série B standings with 10 points, while Mauaense SP U23 sit one place below with 9 points. Both teams have ambitions of climbing into the promotion places, but inconsistency has plagued their campaigns so far. Maua FC will next face São Bernardo FC, while Mauaense take on EC São Bernardo in their respective rounds.

The local derby remains one of the most anticipated fixtures in the Mauá region, and this edition lived up to the billing with twists, tension, and a fair result.