On the eve of the first round of Brazil’s national elections, the Estádio do Morumbi hosted the second leg of the Brazilian Women’s Championship final. The match between São Paulo and Corinthians drew a record-breaking television audience of 23 million viewers, concluding with São Paulo securing the title with a 3-2 aggregate victory.

Following the match, São Paulo goalkeeper Carlinha used her post-game interview to make a political statement, explicitly calling for the removal of President Jair Bolsonaro from power. Carlinha’s comments were framed by her personal experience during the Covid-19 pandemic, specifically the loss of her grandmother. The incident underscores the growing trend of high-profile athletes in Brazil using their platform to influence public discourse during a highly polarized election cycle. While the match itself was a significant milestone for the visibility of women’s football in the country, the post-match commentary shifted the focus toward the political climate, illustrating how the sport has become a venue for broader societal debates regarding the current administration's handling of the pandemic and national leadership.