Athletico Paranaense Sub‑17 Wins Paraná State Championship

Athletico Paranaense secured the 2026 Campeonato Paranaense Sub‑17 title on Sunday, defeating rival Coritiba with a 5‑3 aggregate score (4‑0 home win, 1‑3 away loss). The victory marked the club's third trophy of the season, following wins in the Torneio Jovens Promessas in Argentina and the inaugural Copa do Brasil Sub‑17.

Midfielder José Henrique, also a Brazil Sub‑16 national team member, highlighted the achievement, saying the team’s hard work and unity had produced “a very special moment.” He added that the squad will now turn its focus to the national Brazilian Sub‑17 league, with the next match against Atlético Goianiense scheduled for Wednesday.

The triumph emphasizes Athletico’s strong youth development program and positions the team as a contender in upcoming national competitions.