Paysandu and Imperatriz gear up for key Serie C and D fixtures

Paysandu captain Marcinho said the team must rediscover its "DNA" and intensify its play ahead of the decisive Serie C match against Ypiranga‑RS on Sunday. After a 3‑1 loss to Santa Cruz, the side sits third with 20 points and hopes a win will keep it in the G‑8. The club has benefited from an extra training week, allowing the squad to correct recent errors and improve cohesion.

Imperatriz will stick with its starting eleven for the upcoming Serie D clash with Ferroviário. Goalkeeper Wellington has recovered from a muscular issue and will start, while striker Pedro Sena remains sidelined. The team previously secured advancement in the knockout round by winning a penalty shoot‑out against Maracanã‑CE. The match is set for 16:00 at Estádio Frei Epifânio.