Goiás EC continued their strong form with a 2-1 comeback victory over Avaí FC in the Brazilian Serie B on May 6, 2025, at 06:00. This win solidified Goiás's status as a leading promotion contender, while Avaí was left to rue letting a lead slip away. Avaí started the brighter and took a surprise lead against the run of play with a clinical finish on the counter-attack. Goiás responded with intensity and equalized before halftime through a powerful strike from the edge of the area. The winner came in the second half from a defensive mix-up in the Avaí box, allowing a Goiás forward to tap in from close range. The key incident was a potential penalty for Avaí late on that was not given, a decision that caused frustration for the visiting team. This result propelled Goiás up the league table, while Avaí remained in need of points to secure their status. The Goiás manager praised his team's character, while the Avaí coach pointed to small margins deciding the game.