Brazilian lower‑division clubs Paysandu and Águia de Marabá prepare for crucial Série C and D matches

Paysandu will be without defender Yeferson Quintana and midfielder Caio Mello for its Série C clash against Maranhão on Saturday, as both remain sidelined with injuries. Coach Júnior Rocha may rely on alternatives such as Bruno Bispo, Iarley, Henrico, and Tiago Índio, while midfielder Pedro Henrique returns after suspension.

Águia de Marabá has traveled to Parnaíba for the first leg of its Série D round‑of‑32 tie against Parnahyba on Sunday. The club aims to secure a spot in the competition’s next phase, which also guarantees a place in the 2027 edition of Série D. Coach Luiz Carlos Wink emphasized the team’s goal of progressing toward promotion to Série C.