Náutico suffered a narrow 0-1 defeat at home to Criciúma in a Brazilian Serie B encounter on March 23, 2026. A solitary first-half goal was enough for the visiting side to secure all three points in a tightly contested match at the Arena Pernambuco. The decisive moment came just before the half-hour mark when Criciúma's winger cut inside and unleashed a low drive that found the bottom corner. Náutico pushed hard for an equalizer in the second half, hitting the post from a free-kick and forcing a series of saves, but they could not find a way past a resolute Criciúma defense. The loss is a setback for Náutico's promotion hopes, leaving them in the middle of the Serie B table, while the victory provides a crucial boost for Criciúma's campaign. The Náutico coach pointed to missed chances, while the Criciúma manager praised his team's defensive discipline and organization.