# Santo André eliminated from Copa Paulista after 10-point ban

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/santo-andr-copa-paulista-campaign
> Updated: 2026-08-20T20:29:00.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 3.

In the Copa Paulista competition, Santo André transitioned from a winless start to securing a position in the playoff round. Following an early August match against São José, Santo André achieved a 1-0 victory over São Caetano with a goal by Pato, which mathematically eliminated São Caetano from the tournament.

However, the club’s campaign ended due to a ruling by the São Paulo Sports Justice Court (TJD-SP). The court imposed a 10-point deduction following the “alleged irregular fielding of attacker Alexiel,” striker Alexiel Gonçalves dos Santos. Investigations confirmed that Alexiel participated in a 0-0 draw against São Caetano on July 26 and a 1-0 victory over São José on August 2 before his registration was officially formalized in the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) Daily Information Bulletin on August 10.

The penalty, applied under Article 214 of the Brazilian Code of Sports Justice (CBJD), reduced Santo André from seven points to -3 points. This deduction mathematically eliminated the team from the competition and allowed São Caetano to move up to third place in Group 4. While the club expressed regret, they have not confirmed whether they will file an appeal.

## Claims

- Santo André defeated São Caetano 1-0 in the Copa Paulista. (single source)
- Pato scored the winning goal for Santo André in the second half. (single source)
- The Sports Justice Court (TJD) has denounced Santo André for the alleged irregular fielding of player Alexiel. (single source)
- Alexiel played in three matches before his registration was published in the CBF Daily Information Bulletin on August 10. (single source)
- A conviction could result in Santo André losing maximum competition points and facing fines between R$100 and R$100,000. (single source)
- Alexiel played in three matches before his name was published in the CBF Daily Information Bulletin on August 10. (single source)
- A conviction could result in Santo André losing maximum points and facing fines between R$100 and R$100,000. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-20: Santo André eliminated from Copa Paulista after 10-point penalty

Santo André has been eliminated from the Copa Paulista after the TJD-SP deducted 10 points for fielding striker Alexiel Gonçalves dos Santos in two matches before his registration was official.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/santo-andr-eliminated-from-copa-paulista-after-10-point-penalty

### 2026-08-17: Santo André wins Copa Paulista match amid potential TJD investigation

Santo André secured a Copa Paulista playoff spot after beating São Caetano 1-0, but faces a TJD investigation regarding the irregular fielding of player Alexiel.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/santo-andr-advances-in-copa-paulista-amid-eligibility-investigation

### 2026-07-31: Santo André and São José set for Copa Paulista showdown on Aug 2

Santo André host unbeaten São José in a Copa Paulista Group D clash on 2 Aug at Estádio Bruno José Daniel. Santo André seek first win; São José aim to keep top spot. Key absences: Vitor Bahia (suspension) and G

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/santo-andr-and-so-jos-set-for-copa-paulista-showdown-on-aug-2

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