Paysandu captain Marcinho sidelined with calf injury

Paysandu midfielder and captain Marcinho is expected to miss the upcoming match against Ituano in the 18th round of the Campeonato Brasileiro Série C. Medical examinations conducted on Wednesday confirmed a grade 1 injury to his left calf.

Marcinho sustained the injury during a 4-0 loss to Ferroviária, requiring him to leave the pitch in the first half. While the club has not yet released an official timeline for his return to training or matches, the injury occurs at a critical juncture for the team. Paysandu currently holds sixth place with 26 points, remaining within the qualification zone for the next phase of the competition.