Maranhão 0 – 0 Caxias (RS) | Brazilian Série C | May 24, 2026

Match Overview

A determined defensive display from both sides resulted in a goalless draw as Maranhão hosted Caxias do Sul in the Brazilian Série C. The match, played at the Estádio Castelão in São Luís, was characterized by physical battles and few clear-cut opportunities.

First Half: Cautious Start

Neither team was willing to commit too many players forward early on. Maranhão enjoyed slightly more possession, but Caxias’s compact 4-4-2 shape frustrated their attempts to build through midfield. The best chance of the half fell to Maranhão striker Jeferson, whose header from a corner was tipped over by Caxias goalkeeper Felipe Alves in the 38th minute.

Second Half: Stalemate Continues

The second period saw more urgency, but the final pass continued to elude both attacks. Caxias came close in the 71st minute when winger Lucas Moura cut inside and unleashed a curling effort that brushed the outside of the post. Maranhão responded with a low drive from Davi that was well saved. As the clock ticked down, both teams settled for a point rather than risk defeat.

Key Statistics

• Total shots: Maranhão 9, Caxias 7
• Shots on target: 2 each
• Corners: Maranhão 5, Caxias 3
• Yellow cards: Maranhão 2, Caxias 3

Tactical Analysis

Maranhão’s inability to break down a well-organized Caxias defense exposed their lack of creativity in the final third. Caxias, meanwhile, grew more defensive in the second half, seemingly satisfied with a point on the road. The result keeps both teams in the lower half of the Série C table, with Maranhão now winless in four matches.

What’s Next

Maranhão will travel to face Remo next week, while Caxias return home to host São José (RS). Both sides will need to find more attacking sharpness to climb the standings.