São Paulo banking on a fresh start for the women’s team in 2026 | OneFootball

After a historic season in 2025, marked by their debut in the Women's Copa Libertadores, São Paulo is undergoing a process of restructuring their squad in preparation for the 2026 season. The Tricolor management has been focusing on renewing the group, with significant changes among arrivals, stays, and departures.

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Reinforcements

So far, the club has announced 11 reinforcements for the new season, with the expectation that one more new name will still be confirmed. Among the signings are forwards Mylena Carioca, Gadu, and Soraya, midfielders Cris, Maricel Pereyra, and Vanina, defenders Tayla and Rafa Soares, as well as goalkeeper Yasmin and full-backs Anita and Clara.

Renewals

In addition to the arrivals, São Paulo has also ensured the retention of important players in the squad, with the renewals of Carol Gil, Ravena, Vi Amaral, Karla Alves, Camilinha, and Aline, who remain as the core of the team for 2026.

Departures

On the other hand, 12 players left the club at the end of the last season. The athletes Anny, Darlene, Day, Julia Kerolyn, Jé Soares, Kaká, Majhu, Maressa, Milena F., Millene, Nathane, and Taty Senna ended their contracts with the Tricolor.

2026 Season

In the 2026 season, São Paulo will compete in three tournaments: the Brazilian Championship, the Copa do Brasil, and the Paulista Championship. The club did not secure a spot in the Libertadores, a tournament where Corinthians, Palmeiras, and Ferroviária will represent Brazil.

In 2025, the Tricolor had standout campaigns but ended up being eliminated in the decisive phases. The team reached the semifinals of the Copa do Brasil, being surpassed by Palmeiras, the tournament champion.

In the Paulistão and Brasileirão, São Paulo was stopped by Corinthians, in the state quarterfinals and the national semifinal, respectively. In the Libertadores, in their first participation, the Tricolor was eliminated by Deportivo Cali from Colombia in the quarterfinals.

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