Guarani SP edged out Caxias RS 2–1 in a tightly contested Brazilian Série C encounter at the Estádio Brinco de Ouro da Independência on 13 June 2026. The result lifted Guarani into the top half of the table, while Caxias were left to rue a second-half equaliser that was swiftly cancelled out.

First‑Half Battle

The opening 45 minutes saw both sides cautious but alert. Guarani controlled possession through midfield, but Caxias defended deep and hit on the break. The deadlock was broken just before the interval: a well‑worked corner released Lucas Ventura, whose near‑post header gave the home side a 1‑0 lead at the break.

Second‑Half Swing

Caxias came out with renewed intent and deservedly drew level in the 63rd minute. Felipe Oliveira latched onto a loose ball 25 yards out and lashed a low drive inside the far post, leaving the Guarani goalkeeper with no chance. The visitors seemed to have momentum.

Yet Guarani responded almost immediately. Within five minutes, João Pedro raced onto a through ball, held off a defender, and slotted calmly to restore the lead. The home side then managed the game professionally, absorbing late pressure to secure three vital points in the Série C promotion race.

Key Performers

• João Pedro (Guarani) – the match‑winner with a composed finish and constantly threatened in behind.
• Lucas Ventura (Guarani) – his early header set the tone, and his aerial presence troubled Caxias all night.
• Felipe Oliveira (Caxias) – a superb equaliser, but his teammates could not build on it.

Season Impact

Guarani move to 6th in the Série C standings, now level on points with the top‑four zone. Caxias, meanwhile, slip to 12th and will need to arrest a slide that has seen them win only once in five matches.

The win also extended Guarani’s unbeaten home run in the league to four games, a platform they hope to use in their push for a return to Série B.