São Paulo FC held to a draw by Criciúma Esporte Clube in Campeonato Brasileiro Série A

São Paulo FC, one of Brazil's most successful clubs, was held to a 1-1 draw by Criciúma Esporte Clube in the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A on Saturday.

The result leaves São Paulo in fifth place in the standings, while Criciúma remains in the relegation zone.

São Paulo took the lead in the first half through a goal from Luciano, but Criciúma equalized in the second half through a goal from Marquinhos Gabriel.

The draw was a disappointing result for São Paulo, who were hoping to close the gap on the league leaders.

However, it was a valuable point for Criciúma, who are fighting to avoid relegation.

The match was played in front of a crowd of over 30,000 fans at the Morumbi Stadium in São Paulo.

São Paulo will be back in action on Wednesday when they travel to face Fluminense in the Copa do Brasil.

Criciúma will be back in action on Saturday when they host Internacional in the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A.