Santos reaches quarterfinals after 3-0 defeat by São Paulo in U‑20 league

Santos lost 3‑0 to São Paulo at the CT Rei Pelé in Santos on July 1, 2026 in the 19th round of the Campeonato Brasileiro Sub‑20. The goals were scored by Lucyan and Nicolas Kauan, who netted twice.

Despite the defeat, Santos finished the first phase in sixth place with 31 points, securing a spot in the quarter‑finals where they will face Botafogo. São Paulo ended the round in 11th place with 25 points and was eliminated from the competition, turning its focus to the Paulista Sub‑20 tournament.

Both clubs will play their next matches in the upcoming weekend as part of their respective state competitions.