São Bernardo rout Capivariano 4-0 in Paulistão opener

São Bernardo delivered a decisive statement in the Paulistão opening round, beating Capivariano 4-0 at Estádio Primeiro de Maio on January 10. The result showcased Bernô’s control across the pitch and left little doubt about which side dominated the match.

Echaporã emerged as the match-winner, scoring one goal in each half to give São Bernardo a comfortable cushion. The hosts added a penalty converted by Felipe Garcia, and Pedro Vitor wrapped up the victory with a goal in stoppage time. Those four strikes underlined the balance between individual finishing and collective control that marked Bernô’s performance.

From the first whistle São Bernardo imposed tempo and territorial advantage, creating the clearer chances and keeping Capivariano on the back foot. Capivariano struggled to sustain possession and carve out dangerous opportunities, while São Bernardo’s attack combined patience and incisiveness to turn pressure into goals. The scoreline reflected more than finishing quality; it also highlighted tactical solidity and depth in attacking options.

For São Bernardo the win provides immediate momentum as the Paulistão campaign begins. A performance like this boosts confidence in the squad’s forward options, with Echaporã staking a claim as a player to watch in the early rounds and Felipe Garcia reinforcing his role as a reliable set-piece and penalty option. Pedro Vitor’s late goal also signals useful depth and a readiness to close matches when fatigue sets in.

Capivariano must regroup after a tough away day. Defensive vulnerabilities exposed by São Bernardo will need attention before the next round, and the coaching staff will be focused on restoring structure and sharper transitions to avoid repeating mistakes against teams that press and convert chances efficiently.

For local supporters and the broader community, the match served as a reminder that early-season form can shape momentum across the state championship. São Bernardo’s emphatic start will energize fans at Primeiro de Maio and increase expectations for the coming fixtures, while Capivariano’s followers will be looking for signs of adjustment and resilience.

Looking ahead, the key takeaway is momentum management: São Bernardo must convert this dominant opening into consistent results, and Capivariano’s immediate task is to stabilize and respond. The Paulistão is long and unpredictable, but a performance like this gives Bernô a clear early advantage and the rest of the field a benchmark to chase.