Brazilian Serie A
The Brazilian Serie A, officially known as the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A or Brasileirão, is Brazil's top-flight football competition, featuring 20 clubs competing for the national title, qualification for South American competitions and survival in the top division. Flamengo are the current Brazilian champions, after winning the 2025 title for their eighth national championship. The 2026 season is being played from January to December, making it one of the most distinctive campaigns in the competition's recent history.
What's new in Brazilian Serie A 2026?
Coritiba, Athletico Paranaense, Chapecoense and Remo have joined the Brazilian Serie A after earning promotion from Série B. They replace Ceará, Fortaleza, Juventude and Sport, who were relegated at the end of the 2025 campaign. Remo's return is particularly notable, with the club returning to Brazil's top division after a 32-year absence.
The 2026 season also features a significant calendar change. The Brasileirão began on January 28 and is scheduled to finish on December 2, rather than following the traditional May-to-December structure. The change was made to accommodate the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the Brazilian domestic season adjusted around the international calendar.
The competition retains its 20-team round-robin format, with every club playing 38 matches across the season. After 22 rounds, Palmeiras lead the table, while Flamengo remain close behind with a game in hand. Athletico Paranaense are also among the leading teams, keeping the title race highly competitive heading into the latter stages of the campaign.
Brazilian Serie A 2026 top 3 title contenders
Flamengo
The defending champions remain one of the strongest candidates to retain the Brasileirão title. Flamengo have stayed firmly in the title race throughout 2026 and remain particularly dangerous with a game in hand over leaders Palmeiras.
Palmeiras
Palmeiras currently lead the Brazilian Serie A and have established themselves as Flamengo's main challenger. Despite a recent run of four matches without a win, they remain at the top of the standings and possess the quality and experience needed to compete for the championship.
Athletico Paranaense
Athletico Paranaense have made an impressive return to the top flight after winning promotion from Série B. Their strong position near the top of the 2026 table makes them another team capable of challenging for the Brazilian championship.
Brazilian Serie A 2026 fixtures, results and H2H
Follow the latest Brazilian Serie A fixtures and results on TrueScore. Check today's matches, upcoming games and latest results, while keeping track of the league table and comparing teams through head-to-head statistics.
Live results
Stay updated with live Brazilian Serie A scores and match results as games take place. Track ongoing matches in real time and check the final scores of completed fixtures throughout the season.
Brazilian Serie A fixtures
View upcoming Brazilian Serie A matches and the complete 2026 schedule, including today's games and future rounds. The campaign began on January 28 and is scheduled to run until December 2, with each of the 20 clubs playing 38 league matches.
Standings
Follow the latest Brazilian Serie A standings to see each club's position, points, goal difference, wins, draws and defeats throughout the campaign. The table also determines qualification for the Copa Libertadores and Copa Sudamericana, as well as the four teams relegated to Série B.
H2H
Compare two Brazilian Serie A teams through head-to-head statistics, including previous meetings, results and recent records. H2H data provides useful context when clubs meet during the long league campaign.
The 2026 Brazilian Serie A season promises an intense battle for the national title, with Flamengo defending their crown against Palmeiras, Athletico Paranaense and other established contenders. Follow the latest fixtures, results, standings, H2H statistics and Brazilian Serie A news throughout the season on TrueScore.








