With ruthless efficiency and clinical finishing, Corinthians handed high-flying Mirassol a sobering 3-0 defeat Sunday night at Neo Química Arena, delivering one of their most complete performances of the 2025 Brasileirão campaign. Against a Mirassol side that dominated possession and threatened from start to finish, Corinthians rode a blend of set-piece composure, counterattacking precision, and grit to claim the points—a result that could reignite their late-season ambitions.

Mirassol arrived as clear favorites, sitting in the league’s top four and boasting one of Brazil’s best away records. They pinned Corinthians back from the opening whistle, regularly eclipsing 60% possession and racking up twenty shots—yet found themselves chasing the game after just 18 minutes, when midfielder Maycon calmly slotted home a penalty to give the hosts a shock lead following a VAR-checked foul in the box.

Despite Mirassol’s flowing build-up and aggressive pressing, Corinthians defended fiercely, often ceding the ball but rarely ceding ground in dangerous areas. Goalkeeper Hugo Souza marshaled his box with authority, while the back line repelled wave after wave of Mirassol raids, highlighted by a key block from Gustavo Henrique and a crucial late save as the first half ended 1-0.

The game’s turning point arrived in the 72nd minute: Corinthians, having absorbed relentless pressure, broke forward in numbers as substitute Vitinho threaded a perfect pass for top scorer Yuri Alberto, who rifled a low finish past Walter, doubling the advantage with their second shot on target. The goal encapsulated the night: Corinthians were out-passed and out-shot but outclassed their visitors where it mattered most.

With Mirassol pushing bodies forward, Corinthians exploited space again deep into stoppage time. Yuri Alberto turned provider, cutting a cross for substitute Andre, who smashed home the third goal at the death, sealing a resounding—and perhaps season-defining—win in front of a raucous home crowd.

Statistically, Mirassol’s 64% possession and six corners belied a lack of cutting edge, as Corinthians’ fierce discipline and counterpunching made the difference. Neither side shied from the physical contest, with both earning a pair of yellow cards in a match that saw tempers flare but never boil over.

This result halts Mirassol’s momentum in the Série A top four and breathes life into Corinthians’ campaign, who now eye a late charge up the table with renewed confidence. For Mirassol, the defeat will sting—the stats favored them, but the scoreboard told a different, humbling story.

Key moments and goals can be seen in the comprehensive highlight recap by Fanatiz, a leading Brazilian football channel.