Figueirense 1–1 Guarani SP
Brazilian Serie C | June 28, 2026, 22:00

Figueirense and Guarani SP fought out a 1–1 stalemate at the Estádio Orlando Scarpelli in Santa Catarina, a result that keeps both teams firmly in the hunt for a place in the Brasileirão Série C knockout stages. The draw extended Figueirense’s unbeaten home run to five matches but denied them a chance to close the gap on the league leaders.

First‑Half Chess Match

The opening 45 minutes were marked by tactical caution. Both sides pressed high but failed to create clear‑cut chances. Figueirense had the better of possession, but Guarani’s defence, marshalled by veteran centre‑back Lucas Ribeiro, held firm. The deadlock was broken in the 41st minute when Figueirense’s Thiago Silva (no relation to the Chelsea legend) fired home a loose ball inside the box after a corner wasn’t properly cleared.

Guarani Fight Back

Guarani emerged from the dressing room with renewed energy. They equalised in the 58th minute through a stunning strike from João Victor, who collected a pass 25 yards out and unleashed a dipping shot that beat the goalkeeper at his near post. The goal galvanised the visitors, who pushed hard for a winner.

Figueirense had chances of their own, notably when substitute Matheus Oliveira went one‑on‑one with the Guarani keeper in the 74th minute but saw his shot saved. The final moments were frantic, with both teams settling for a point in a contest that could have swung either way.

Standings Snapshot

Figueirense remain in sixth place with 19 points from 12 games, while Guarani SP sit eighth on 18 points. With half the league season gone, every point matters as teams jockey for positions in the top eight that will qualify for the knockout round.