União Mogi U23 2–3 Mauá FC U23: Visitors Clinch Thriller in Paulista Série B Youth Derby

League: Brazilian Paulista Série B
Date: 28 June 2026, 02:00 local time

Mauá FC U23 came out on top in a five‑goal thriller against União Mogi U23 in the Brazilian Paulista Série B, winning 3–2 at the Estádio do União Mogi. The match featured end‑to‑end action, dramatic comebacks, and a late winner that left the home side heartbroken.

Fast Start from the Hosts

União Mogi U23 stunned Mauá with two goals inside the first 20 minutes. First, striker Lucas Andrade pounced on a defensive error to slot home in the 8th minute. Then, midfielder Felipe Cardoso doubled the lead with a crisp volley from the edge of the box after a corner was cleared only as far as him. Mauá FC looked shell‑shocked, but gradually found their rhythm.

Mauá FC Fight Back

Mauá reduced the deficit just before the half‑hour mark. Winger Rafael Nunes cut in from the left and unleashed a curling effort that beat the União Mogi goalkeeper at his far post. The goal energized the visitors, who dominated possession for the remainder of the first half.

Mauá FC equalized in the 56th minute. A well‑worked free‑kick routine ended with Vinícius Santos heading home from close range. The game opened up as both teams chased a winner, and Mauá struck the decisive blow in the 78th minute. Substitute Pedro Oliveira latched onto a through ball and showed composure to round the goalkeeper and slot into an empty net.

Individual Brilliance

• Rafael Nunes (Mauá FC): Changed the game with his first‑half strike and was a constant threat on the wing.
• Lucas Andrade (União Mogi): Scored the opener and worked tirelessly, but lacked support after the early burst.
• Pedro Oliveira (Mauá FC): Came off the bench to score the winning goal, showcasing excellent finishing.

League Implications

The victory lifts Mauá FC U23 to 14 points in the Paulista Série B table, keeping them in the top half. União Mogi U23 remain on 10 points and must improve defensively if they are to challenge for promotion. The result also highlights Mauá’s resilience and ability to overturn deficits—a trait that could serve them well in the congested Série B season.