# Copa Santa Catarina 2026 preparations

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/copa-santa-catarina-2026-preparations
> Updated: 2026-09-01T22:41:34.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

Clubs are preparing for the 2026 Copa Santa Catarina tournament. Metropolitano has introduced a new uniform designed to honor the historical Clube Náutico América, featuring black as the primary color and design elements inspired by the rowing club’s flag. 

Additionally, Santa Catarina Clube has confirmed its participation in the competition. Following a successful season that secured qualification for the 2027 Brasileirão Série D, the club will be managed by coach Jordã Guerreiro and has bolstered its squad with reinforcements such as striker João Veras and midfielder Nenê Bonilha.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-01: Santa Catarina updates: FCF president re-elected and new IFC technical courses

Rubens Angelotti is re-elected president of the Santa Catarina Football Federation until 2031, while IFC Blumenau announces new technical high school courses for 2027.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/santa-catarina-updates-fcf-president-re-elected-and-new-ifc-technical-courses

### 2026-08-26: Copa Santa Catarina 2026: Clubs prepare for tournament

Clubs prepare for the 2026 Copa Santa Catarina, with Metropolitano unveiling a tribute kit for Clube Náutico América and Santa Catarina Clube confirming its squad and coaching staff.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/copa-santa-catarina-2026-clubs-prepare-for-tournament

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