Brazilian Serie B football: Estrela do Norte stays top, Misto reaches second place

Estrela do Norte secured a 1‑0 victory over Tupy‑ES with a spectacular goal from defender Jairo, keeping its unbeaten record and retaining sole leadership of the Grupo Centro‑Sul in the Espírito Santo Serie B. The win brings the team to nine points, a +8 goal difference and a forthcoming clash with Sport‑ES on August 2.

Misto Esporte Clube defeated Comercial 1‑0 thanks to a second‑half strike by Isaac, moving the Três Lagoas side into second place in the Mato Grosso do Sul Serie B with 11 points. Despite Isaac’s red card and a further sending‑off for teammate Matheus, Misto held on and now needs only a win in the final round to clinch promotion.

Both clubs are poised for decisive matches in the upcoming round that will determine promotion to their respective state top divisions.