Paysandu defeats América-RN 3-0 in Copa do Brasil Sub-20

Paysandu secured a significant advantage in the first leg of the Copa do Brasil Sub-20 round of 16, defeating América-RN 3-0 at the Arena América in Rio Grande do Norte.

The goals for the visiting team were scored by Kukri, Matheus Capixaba, and Kauã Derick. The match saw a turning point in the second half when América-RN defender Pedrão was sent off following an incident interpreted by officials as aggression.

With this three-goal lead, Paysandu can afford to lose by up to two goals in the return leg and still advance to the quarterfinals. América-RN must win by at least three goals to force a penalty shootout or by four or more goals to qualify directly. The decisive second leg is scheduled for Wednesday, May 21, at the Estádio da Curuzu in Belém.