Athletico Paranaense - PR 0-0 Atletico Clube Goianiense: A Stalemate in Curitiba

The Brazilian Cup saw a cagey affair as Athletico Paranaense - PR and Atletico Clube Goianiense played out a 0-0 draw on April 24, 2026. The match at the Ligga Arena was a tactical battle, with both sides canceling each other out in a contest that lacked clear-cut chances.

Athletico Paranaense, the home side and a two-time Copa Sudamericana winner, entered as clear favorites. However, Atletico Clube Goianiense, known for their sturdy defense, set up to frustrate from the first whistle. The home team struggled to find rhythm in attack, with their forwards isolated against a packed defensive unit. On the other end, Goianiense barely threatened, focusing entirely on preserving parity ahead of the home leg.

Match Impact

• Possession: Athletico 58% – Goianiense 42%
• Shots on Target: Athletico 3 – Goianiense 1
• Next Leg: The tie moves to Goiânia, where Goianiense will have home advantage.

For Athletico Paranaense - PR, failing to score at home puts them in a slightly vulnerable position. A 1-1 draw in the second leg would see the tie go to penalties, but any score draw would send Goianiense through on away goals. The Curitiba side will need to rediscover their attacking flair if they are to advance in the Brazilian Cup. Meanwhile, Atletico Clube Goianiense will be delighted with the clean sheet and will back themselves to score in front of their own supporters.