Athletico and Paranavaí draw 1-1 in Copa Paraná semifinal

Athletico and Paranavaí finished in a 1-1 draw during the first leg of the Copa Paraná 2026 semifinals at Arena da Baixada. Paranavaí took an early lead in the first minute when Robinho scored following a long pass that bypassed the defense.

Athletico controlled much of the possession but struggled to break through Paranavaí's defensive organization. The equalizer came in the second half when Guilherme Back converted a penalty after Nicolás Azambuja was fouled in the area.

The second leg is scheduled for Sunday at the Waldemiro Wagner stadium in Paranavaí. The winner of this matchup will advance to the final to face the winner of the series between Paraná Clube and Foz do Iguaçu.