1961 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A
| Season | 1961 |
|---|---|
| Dates | 9 July – 27 December 1961 |
| Champions | Santos 1st Taça Brasil title 1st Brazilian title |
| Copa Libertadores | Santos |
| Matches played | 38 |
| Goals scored | 124 (3.26 per match) |
| Top goalscorer | Pelé (7 goals) |
| Biggest home win | Grêmio 6-1 Metropol Santos 6-1 America-RJ |
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The 1961 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A (officially the 1961 Taça Brasil) was the 4th edition of the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A. It began on July 12, 1961, and ended on December 27, 1961. Santos were crowned champions after beating Bahia in the final, drawing 1–1 in the home leg before winning 5–1 in the away leg.