Athletico Paranaense and Chapecoense SC finished level at 1-1 in a closely fought Brazilian Serie B clash at the Ligga Arena on Friday, May 9th. The home side took the lead in the first half, but Chapecoense fought back bravely to secure a valuable away point with a second-half equalizer. Athletico Paranaense dominated possession but were repeatedly frustrated by Chapecoense's organized defensive shape and effective counter-attacks. The draw was a creditable result for Chapecoense against one of the division's stronger sides, while Athletico Paranaense dropped two points in their pursuit of the league leaders.