AD Confiança claimed a narrow 1-0 home victory over Retro FC Brasil in the Brazilian Série C at the Estádio Batistão. In a tense and closely fought encounter, a single goal was enough to separate the two sides and secure vital points in the promotion-chasing division. Confiança, with the support of their home fans, applied pressure from the start and were rewarded with a goal, likely coming in the first half from a set-piece or a moment of individual brilliance. Retro FC Brasil defended doggedly and tried to hit on the break, but they found it difficult to penetrate a disciplined Confiança backline. The hosts managed the one-goal lead effectively in the second half, seeing out the game to claim a hard-fought three points. This win is crucial for Confiança's aspirations in a competitive league, while Retro FC will be disappointed not to have taken at least a point from their travels.