Avaí FC claimed a narrow 1-0 away victory over Chapecoense in a Brazilian Serie B clash on September 26, 2025. The only goal of the game at the Arena Condá came in the second half, securing three crucial points for Avaí in their battle to move clear of the relegation zone. The match was a scrappy, physical contest with few moments of quality, as both teams seemed wary of making a mistake. The breakthrough arrived in the 65th minute when Avaí's forward latched onto a through ball and slotted it past the onrushing goalkeeper. Chapecoense threw players forward in search of an equalizer but struggled to create clear opportunities against a well-organized Avaí defense. The result lifted Avaí several places up the league table, while leaving Chapecoense looking nervously over their shoulders near the bottom. The Avaí coach praised his team's defensive discipline and commitment, while the Chapecoense manager bemoaned his side's lack of cutting edge in front of goal.