Brazilian Serie C: Santa Cruz vs Ituano and Paysandu vs Ypiranga fixtures

Santa Cruz will host Ituano on Saturday, 4 July, at the Arena de Pernambuco in São Lourenço da Mata for the 13th round of Brazil's Serie C. The team, coached by Cristian de Souza, comes off a 3‑1 away win over Paysandu that moved it into the G‑8. Defender Eurico is suspended, while returning players William Alves, Alex Ruan and Renato boost the squad. The match is broadcast on YouTube (SportyNet) and via local radio.

Paysandu travels to Erechim on Sunday, 5 July, to meet Ypiranga at the Estádio Colosso da Lagoa, also in the 13th round. Coach Júnior Rocha reinstates midfielder Caio Mello, whose presence has kept Paysandu unbeaten when playing, while defender Castro is absent for disciplinary reasons. Paysandu sits third with 20 points, needing a win to revive its form; Ypiranga sits 15th with 15 points and also seeks a victory.