Athletico advances to Copa Paraná semifinals after penalty shootout

Athletico secured a spot in the Copa Paraná 2026 semifinals after defeating Londrina in a penalty shootout at the Vila Olímpica do Boqueirão in Curitiba. The match ended in a 0-0 draw during regulation time.

Athletico converted all four of their penalty attempts, with goals from Guilherme Back, João Gomes, Léo Cerci, and Kauan Alemão. Londrina's Rafael Monteiro scored their only successful penalty, while Gabriel Lacerda hit the post and Gilberto's attempt was saved by Athletico goalkeeper Matheus Soares.

Athletico will now face Paranavaí in the semifinals. The tournament carries significant stakes, as the champion earns a choice between a spot in the Copa do Brasil or the Copa Sul-Sudeste.