Corinthians discover Paulistão 2027 rivals after Série A2 promotions | OneFootball

Corinthians already know which clubs will compete in the 2027 Campeonato Paulista. The lineup was finalized after the end of the 2026 Série A2 semifinals, which secured Juventus and Ferroviária promotion to the state’s top division.

The Mooca-based team secured its spot by eliminating Votuporanguense, while Ferroviária beat Ituano. As a result, both clubs return to the top tier of São Paulo football next season. Juventus are back after last appearing in 2008, and Ferroviária return after being relegated in 2023.

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In addition to earning promotion, Juventus and Ferroviária will also compete for the 2026 Série A2 title. The dates and kickoff times for the finals have yet to be set by the Paulista Football Federation (FPF).

Meanwhile, Velo Clube and Ponte Preta were relegated in the 2026 edition of the Paulistão and will play in the state’s second division next year.

With promotion confirmed, the 2027 Campeonato Paulista will feature 16 teams. The competition format will remain the same as in recent seasons, with clubs divided into groups and not facing every opponent in the first stage.

The most successful club in the history of the state championship, with 31 titles, Corinthians will enter the competition looking to extend that record. The club’s most recent title came in 2025, when they beat Palmeiras 1-0 in the final.

Confirmed clubs for the 2027 Paulistão

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