Ponte Preta 1–2 Cuiabá: Visiting Side Strikes Late to Snatch Victory in Serie B Thriller

In a captivating Brazilian Serie B encounter at the Estádio Moisés Lucarelli on June 10, 2026, Cuiabá overcame a stubborn Ponte Preta side with a 2–1 comeback win. The result extended Cuiabá’s push for promotion while leaving Ponte Preta languishing in mid-table.

Match Overview

The first half was a tense affair with both sides struggling to impose themselves. Ponte Preta struck first just after the interval through a well-worked set piece, but Cuiabá responded with two quick goals in the final 20 minutes to snatch all three points. The home side pressed hard for an equalizer but could not find a way past the resolute Cuiabá defense.

Key Moments

• 52′ – Goal! Ponte Preta 1–0 Cuiabá: A corner kick was met by a towering header from centre-back Lucas Silva, giving the home side the lead.
• 68′ – Goal! Ponte Preta 1–1 Cuiabá: Forward Éder Luís latched onto a through ball and slotted past the keeper to level the match.
• 83′ – Goal! Ponte Preta 1–2 Cuiabá: A swift counter-attack saw Jonathan Cafú fire from the edge of the box, deflecting off a defender and into the net.

Tactical Story

Ponte Preta adopted a conservative 4-4-2 shape, aiming to absorb pressure and hit on the break. Their early goal came from a set piece, but they struggled to create chances in open play. Cuiabá switched to a more aggressive 4-3-3 after the interval, overloading the midfield and exploiting space behind the full‑backs. The visitors’ greater fitness and pressing intensity paid off in the final third.

Standout Players

• Éder Luís (Cuiabá): Scored the equalizer and was a constant menace with his movement and link‑up play.
• Jonathan Cafú (Cuiabá): His winning goal capped a lively performance on the right wing.
• Lucas Silva (Ponte Preta): Dominant in the air and responsible for the home side’s only goal.

Season Impact

The victory lifts Cuiabá into the top four of the Serie B table, strengthening their promotion ambitions. Ponte Preta drop to 11th, with inconsistent form raising concerns ahead of a packed June schedule. The result also extends Cuiabá’s unbeaten run to five matches.