 Paulense returned in 2015, where their greatest appearance was at the semi-finalist.Their first match was a draw with Boa Vista's Académica Operária on May 9, two wins were followed, first to Maio's Académico 83, then to their archrival Académica Porto Novo.Paulense's only loss came after a defeat to Derby on May 31, Paulense won the last match of the championship season after a victory over Fogo's Spartak d'Aguadinha.