On Saturday, Corinthians overcame Mirassol at the Pacaembu, despite falling behind early on to a goal from journeyman midfielder Xuxa. A goal for new-signing Élton and an own goal were decisive for the Timão.
Portuguesa started life as a Serie A side with a shock home defeat to Paulista. They were undone by two players formerly of rival clubs, with Dener (São Paulo) and Rychely (Santos) the scorers.
Last year’s champions Santos started with a 1-1 away draw at XV de Piricicaba. Benfica-loanee Alan Kardec gave the Peixe the lead, but they were denied an away win when André Cunha scores a last minute equaliser.
Former-Serie A side São Caetano pulled-off a mini-shock later on Saturday as they beat newly promoted Ponte Preta 1-0, with Moradei scoring to seal the victory.
Palmeiras overcame a stubborn Bragantino side 2-1 thanks to a late Maikon Leite goal. Leandro Amaro had opened the scoring for the Verdão, before Wellington equalised from the spot on the hour-mark.
São Paulo were utterly convincing in their 4-0 win over Botafogo-SP. The tricolor’s goals came courtesy of defender Rhodolfo, midfielder Cícero, new-signing Édson Silva and a late own-goal.
CAMPEONATO PAULISTA
- Portuguesa 0 x 2 Paulista
- Corinthians 2 x 1 Mirassol
- XV de Piricicaba 1 x 1 Santos
- São Caetano 1 x 0 Ponte Preta
- Catanduvense 0 x 2 Mogi Mirim
- Ituano 3 x 0 Guaratinguetá
- Guarani 2 x 1 Oeste
- Comercial 3×4 Linense
- Bragantino 1 x 2 Palmeiras
- São Paulo 4 x 0 Botafogo-SP
