Copinha 2026: full match schedules and where to watch Wednesday’s (January 7) games

The Copa São Paulo de Futebol Júnior 2026 tournament continues this Wednesday, January 7, featuring a crucial lineup of group stage matches. Teams are battling intensely for spots in the highly anticipated knockout rounds, which will commence shortly after the initial phase.

This initial group stage runs until January 11, setting the stage for the intense competition ahead. Fans are eagerly following the outcomes as the field of contenders narrows down, with every match potentially determining a team’s fate in the prestigious youth tournament.

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Following the group stage, the tournament progresses swiftly into its elimination phases. Sixty-four teams will begin the knockout rounds on January 12 and 13, with subsequent stages scheduled throughout the month, culminating in a grand finale.

Key Dates for the Copinha 2026 Knockout Rounds

The path to the championship title in Copinha 2026 is meticulously structured, with several decisive knockout stages following the initial group matches. The round of 64 is set for January 12 and 13, where the top teams will face their first direct eliminations. This intense period will be followed by the third phase on January 14 and 15, further reducing the competitive field. As the tournament advances, the quarter-finals are slated for January 18 and 19, leading directly into the high-stakes semifinals on January 21 and 22. The pinnacle of the competition, the grand final, is traditionally scheduled for January 25, coinciding with the anniversary of the city of São Paulo, adding historical significance to the youth football spectacle.

Early Teams Secure Second Phase Berths

With the group stage nearing its conclusion, several teams have already demonstrated dominance, securing their spots in the second phase ahead of schedule. These early qualifications underscore their strong performances and strategic play in the initial rounds.

Ponte Preta was among the first clubs to guarantee advancement, doing so impressively from Group 14. The team achieved a perfect record, defeating Meia Noite-SP 2-0 and having previously overcome Coritiba 4-2 in their opening fixture.

Mirassol Clinches Progression in Group 4

Further solidifying their campaign, Mirassol confirmed its classification from Group 4 by triumphing over Linense with a 1-0 victory. This crucial win ensured their spot in the next stage of the tournament, highlighting their resilience and effective strategy in a competitive group.

Wednesday’s Morning and Early Afternoon Schedule

The day kicks off with early matches showcasing promising talent. Fans can tune in to see Nacional-SP battle Portuguesa Santista-SP at 8:45 AM, followed by Internacional-RS facing CSE-AL at 11:00 AM, providing an exciting start to Wednesday’s action.

The early afternoon continues to heat up with multiple games scheduled simultaneously. At 1:00 PM, Cosmopolitano-SP takes on RB Bragantino-SP, while Comercial Tietê-SP goes head-to-head with XV de Piracicaba-SP in another anticipated fixture.

Continuing at 1:00 PM, Paulínia-SP will clash with Portuguesa-SP, and Atlético Guaratinguetá-SP competes against São José-SP, adding to the day’s busy schedule. Supporters have a wide array of matches to choose from across various streaming platforms.

Additional 1:00 PM encounters include Ibrachina-SP versus Santo André-SP, União Mogi-SP challenging Centro Olímpico-SP, Itaquá-SP clashing with Novorizontino-SP, and Referência-SP meeting Ituano-SP, ensuring non-stop football throughout the midday.

Afternoon and Evening Matches Unfold

As the day progresses, the intensity of the matches continues to build. Ferroviária-SP will host América-RJ at 2:00 PM, followed by a series of 3:00 PM kickoffs, including São Luís-MA against Figueirense-SC and a significant match between São Paulo-SP and Independente-AC.

Another block of matches is set for 3:15 PM, featuring Ivinhema-MS against Real-RS, Ferroviário-CE battling Bangu-RJ, and Juventude Samas-MA taking on Náutico-PE. These games are pivotal for teams looking to advance in their respective groups.

Further matchups at 3:15 PM include Confiança-PB versus Fortaleza-CE, Nacional-AM facing Juventude-RS, Operário-PR challenging Vila Nova-GO, Canaã-DF playing Criciúma-SC, and Quixadá-CE competing against Cuiabá-MT, offering a diverse range of regional rivalries.

Prime Time Encounters and Where to Watch

The evening slate brings some of the most anticipated matchups of the day, including high-profile teams. At 5:15 PM, Real Soccer-SP plays Maruinense-SE and São-Carlense-SP battles Real Brasília-DF, setting the stage for later contests.

Later in the evening, Audax-SP will face União-MT at 6:45 PM, followed by Taubaté-SP against Águia de Marabá-PA at 7:15 PM. These matches lead into the prime-time slots, featuring renowned clubs.

The late-night schedule features União Cacoalense-RO versus Santos-SP at 7:30 PM on CazéTV, a key fixture for fans of the iconic club. The day’s events conclude with QFC-RN challenging Atlético-MG at 9:00 PM on Xsports and Estrela de Março-BA meeting Botafogo-RJ at 9:30 PM on CazéTV.

Fans have multiple avenues to follow the live action, with many games broadcast on the YouTube Paulistão channel. Additionally, Xsports and CazéTV are providing coverage for several prominent matches, ensuring comprehensive access to the tournament’s thrilling contests. These diverse platforms cater to a wide audience, making it easy to catch all the crucial plays and rising stars.