Juventude climbs Série B standings after defeating Goiás

In the Campeonato Brasileiro Série B, Juventude secured a 1-0 victory against Goiás with a late goal by Fábio Lima, moving into second place with 42 points, just one behind leader Criciúma. The defeat leaves Goiás in 10th or 11th place with 32 points. Other Série B results include a 0-0 draw between Londrina and Atlético-GO.

In the Copa Libertadores, Palmeiras prepares to face Cerro Porteño in Paraguay for a spot in the quarterfinals. Under coach Abel Ferreira, Palmeiras maintains a strong record against foreign clubs in the tournament. AI projections suggest Palmeiras and Flamengo are favorites to advance in their respective knockout matchups.

Upcoming fixtures include Fortaleza hosting São Bernardo in Série B, and various matches across the Libertadores and Sul-Americana competitions.