Paraná Clube leads Copa Paraná after victory over Paranavaí

In Brazilian regional sports, Paraná Clube has reclaimed the lead in the Copa Paraná following a 3-0 victory over Paranavaí. The match, held at Vila Capanema, featured two goals from striker Liliu and one from Lucão. This win brings Paraná Clube to 11 points and makes them the first team mathematically qualified for the quarterfinals.

In the LNF Cresol handball playoffs, ACBF secured a significant advantage in the pre-quarterfinals by defeating Umuarama 4-1 away from home. Barbosinha scored twice in the match. ACBF now only needs a draw in the return leg to advance to the quarterfinals.

In football, Mirassol defeated Uberlândia 4-0 in a friendly match held at Parque do Sabiá. The victory, which included a goal by former Corinthians player Gustavo Mosquito, served as preparation for Mirassol during the FIFA international break.