FPF deplores assault and homophobia at Corinthians Women decider | OneFootball

Throughout the afternoon this Wednesday (16), the São Paulo Football Federation (FPF) published an official statement lamenting and condemning the homophobic acts directed by Bahia fans at Corinthians players during the first leg of the 2026 Brazilian Women’s Championship semifinal.

The match took place at Arena Fonte Nova and ended in a 1-0 victory for Corinthians, with the goal scored by forward Jhonson midway through the first half. In the statement released by the entity, it was emphasized that the sporting environment, in this case football, is a place where “respect, inclusion and safety” should be promoted.

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Hours earlier, Corinthians had also spoken out on the matter and took the same stance as the São Paulo Football Federation (FPF). Before the match, it is worth noting, three Corinthians fans ended up being assaulted near the exit of the away section at Arena Fonte Nova by organized Bahia supporters. The information was reported by the Bahia Notícias portal.

According to the portal’s report, these fans were punched, kicked and struck with signaling helmets. The match between Bahia and Corinthians drew 5,811 fans, 5,578 of whom paid for admission, consequently setting the attendance record for a match in the category in the state and for this edition of the Brazilian Women’s Championship.

In the first stage of the Brazilian Women’s Championship, it is worth remembering, Corinthians had the second-best campaign of the opening phase with 38 points — 12 wins, two draws and three losses — 42 goals scored and 18 conceded. Bahia, in turn, had the sixth-best campaign with 29 points and, in the quarterfinals, eliminated Palmeiras on penalties after drawing both matches 1-1.

Next Monday (21), at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time), Corinthians will host the northeastern team at Neo Química Arena for the second leg of the decisive stage of the national tournament. Alvinegro is the tournament’s biggest winner with seven titles — 2018, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025.

Check out the official statement from the São Paulo Football Federation below:

“The São Paulo Football Federation regrets and condemns the acts of homophobia reported against Corinthians players after the match against Bahia, valid for the semifinal of the Brazilian Women’s Championship, this Tuesday (15), at Arena Fonte Nova.

The FPF reaffirms its non-negotiable commitment to combating homophobia and any form of discrimination, on and off the field. Football must be an environment of respect, inclusion and safety for everyone.”

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