Brazilian Serie A 2026 Fixtures, Results & Standings

About Campeonato Brasileiro Série A

Campeonato Brasileiro Série A, commonly known as Brasileirão Série A or simply Brasileirão, is the top-tier professional football league in Brazil. It features some of the most passionate fanbases, historic rivalries, and world-renowned clubs, making it one of the most competitive and entertaining leagues in South America.

The competition is governed by the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) and is part of the CONMEBOL confederation.

Competition Format

Brasileirão Série A consists of 20 teams playing in a double round-robin format, where each team faces every other team twice — once at home and once away — totaling 38 matches per team across the season.

• Points System: Win = 3 points, Draw = 1 point, Loss = 0 points
• Relegation: The bottom 4 teams are relegated to Série B
• Promotion (from Série B): Top 4 teams from Série B are promoted to Série A the following season

Continental Qualification

The league standings also determine qualifications for major continental tournaments:

• Copa Libertadores: Top 6 teams qualify (Top 4 to group stage, 5th–6th to qualifiers)
• Copa Sudamericana: 7th to 12th-placed teams qualify
• Copa do Brasil winner may also claim a Libertadores spot, influencing qualification paths

All-time Top Scorers

Historically, the league has been home to some legendary Brazilian strikers.

Among the all-time top scorers in Brasileirão are:

• Roberto Dinamite – 190 goals
• Romário – 154 goals
• Edmundo – 153 goals
• Fred – 158 goals (most among active players of recent era)

These numbers reflect the attacking legacy of Brazilian football.

Defending Champion

The current Brasileirão Série A champion is Palmeiras, who won the title with strong consistency and squad depth, led by coach Abel Ferreira.

League Tier & Standing

Brasileirão Série A is the top division in Brazilian football and is ranked among the best leagues in South America by CONMEBOL and the IFFHS (International Federation of Football History & Statistics).

Season Calendar

The Brasileirão season typically runs from April to December, with breaks occasionally scheduled for FIFA international windows and the Copa do Brasil.

Stadiums & Attendance

Brazilian clubs boast some of the most iconic stadiums in world football:

• Maracanã (Flamengo & Fluminense) – 78,838 capacity
• Morumbi (São Paulo FC) – 66,795 capacity
• Allianz Parque (Palmeiras) – 43,713 capacity
• Beira-Rio (Internacional) – 50,128 capacity
• Average Attendance: Approximately 20,000–25,000 per match
• Highest Attendance (recent seasons): Often exceeds 60,000 during major derbies such as Flamengo vs Fluminense or Corinthians vs Palmeiras

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: When does the Brasileirão Série A season start and end?
A: The league usually starts in April and concludes in early December.

Q: How many matches are played in a Brasileirão season?
A: Each of the 20 teams plays 38 matches.

Q: Which club has won the most Brasileirão titles?
A: Palmeiras holds the record with 12 league titles, followed by Santos, Corinthians, and São Paulo.

Who are the most successful clubs in Brasileirão history?
A: Palmeiras, Flamengo, São Paulo FC, Santos, and Corinthians are among the most successful and popular clubs.