Portuguesa Desportos continued their excellent form with a third straight win, defeating Mirassol 2-1 away from home on February 16, 2026. This result solidified Portuguesa's status as one of the in-form teams in the Campeonato Paulista A1. Falling behind early to a Mirassol goal, Portuguesa showed great character to fight back. They equalized before halftime and then found a winner in the second period, demonstrating resilience and clinical finishing. The victory, achieved on a difficult away ground, showcased their playoff credentials and team spirit. The three points lifted Portuguesa into a commanding position in the upper echelons of the Paulista table, while Mirassol's inconsistent form continued with a disappointing home loss.