

Guarani de Palhoça 1-1 Caravaggio FC | Campeonato Catarinense Série B
Guarani de Palhoça and Caravaggio FC shared the spoils in a hard-fought 1-1 draw at Estádio Renato Silveira on May 7, 2026, in Brazilian Catarinense Division 2 action. Neither side could find a decisive edge in a match that featured moments of quality but ultimately ended with a fair result.
Guarani struck first in the 32nd minute through a well-worked set piece. A corner delivered to the near post was flicked on by a defender, leaving Caravaggio's goalkeeper stranded and giving the hosts a deserved lead after a period of sustained pressure. The home side dominated possession in the first half but failed to convert additional chances into goals.
Caravaggio emerged from the interval with renewed energy and equalized in the 58th minute. A swift move down the right flank ended with a cross that was turned home at the far post, sparking celebrations among the traveling supporters. The visitors then pushed for a winner, but Guarani's defense held firm to secure a point.
Tactical battle in midfield
The match was largely fought in the middle third, where both teams' midfielders canceled each other out. Caravaggio's pressing game created several turnovers, while Guarani relied on quick transitions through their wingers. The 1-1 draw leaves both teams in the congested mid-table of the Catarinense Série B, with promotion hopes still alive for the patient.
Attendance was modest but vocal, with local fans appreciating the effort from both sides in a match that could have gone either way.