Mirassol FC Youth 2–3 CRB U20 | Brazilian Youth Championship

CRB U20 rallied from a goal down to secure a thrilling 3–2 victory over Mirassol FC Youth in the Brazilian Youth Championship on 22 May 2026. The match, played at Mirassol’s training centre, was an end-to-end contest that showcased the attacking talent of both academies.

Match Summary

Mirassol FC Youth started strongly and took the lead in the 12th minute through striker Gabriel Silva, who latched onto a long ball and chipped the advancing goalkeeper. The home side doubled their advantage just before the half-hour mark when midfielder Lucas Oliveira smashed a volley into the roof of the net from a corner.

CRB U20, however, showed tremendous character to claw their way back. Captain and centre-back Matheus Santos pulled one back in the 38th minute with a powerful header from a free kick. The visitors then equalised on the stroke of half-time, as winger Pedro Alves finished a swift counterattack.

The second half was a tense affair, with both teams pushing for a winner. The decisive moment came in the 73rd minute when CRB substitute João Vitor scored with a clinical left-footed strike from the edge of the box. Mirassol pushed forward in the final minutes but could not find an equaliser.

Key Moments

• 12’ – GOAL! Gabriel Silva (Mirassol FC Youth) opens the scoring with a delicate chip.
• 28’ – GOAL! Lucas Oliveira (Mirassol FC Youth) doubles the lead with a powerful volley.
• 38’ – GOAL! Matheus Santos (CRB U20) heads home from a free kick.
• 45+1’ – GOAL! Pedro Alves (CRB U20) scores on the break to make it 2–2.
• 73’ – GOAL! João Vitor (CRB U20) fires the winner from long range.

Player Highlights

CRB U20’s resilience was epitomised by captain Matheus Santos, whose leadership at the back and crucial goal sparked the comeback. Substitute João Vitor provided the match-winning spark. For Mirassol, Gabriel Silva’s goal and overall movement caused problems, but their defence failed to hold the lead.

Tournament Context

The victory lifts CRB U20 into the top half of the Brazilian Youth Championship standings, while Mirassol FC Youth remain in the relegation zone. With several matches left in the season, both teams will be eager to maintain momentum – CRB to push for a playoff spot, and Mirassol to escape the drop.