CBF unveils Brasileiro Feminino A1 schedule, Palmeiras at home | OneFootball

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) released on Thursday afternoon (22) the Specific Regulations, the General Action Plan, and the Basic Schedule for the Campeonato Brasileiro Feminino A1. The main national women’s football competition is scheduled to begin on the base date of February 15, with the final set for October 4.

The 2026 edition brings important new features. The number of participating clubs has increased from 16 to 18 teams, resulting in 167 matches played over 23 matchdays, two more than the previous season. The rounds will primarily take place on Sundays and Wednesdays.

All clubs participating in Série A1 will have a guaranteed spot in the Copa do Brasil Feminina, strengthening the calendar and competitiveness of the sport. In addition, each team will receive a fixed quota of R$ 720,000 in the first stage, with an additional R$ 20,000 for each first-choice match broadcast nationally.

The prize money is also noteworthy: the champion team will receive R$ 2 million, while the runner-up will take home R$ 1 million. At the end of the competition, two teams will be relegated to Série A2.

Among the structural measures announced, the CBF has guaranteed the broadcast of all championship matches, as well as the provision of performance analysis tools for the clubs. Another significant advancement is support for breastfeeding athletes: the organization will allow them to travel accompanied by their children, with costs covered by the CBF itself.

Starting in 2027, it will become mandatory for all athletes competing in the tournament to have a signed professional contract, a measure considered historic for the advancement of women’s football in the country.

Palmeiras’ path in the first stage

Palmeiras will debut in the competition at home, against América-MG, and will face a series of classic matches and important clashes throughout the first stage. Check out Verdão’s matches:

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