Paysandu faces defensive shifts with Castro's return and Bruno Bispo's injury

Paysandu is facing significant defensive changes during the decisive stage of the Campeonato Brasileiro Série C. Defender Castro has been reintegrated into the squad following a two-month suspension for disciplinary reasons. After a meeting with club president Márcio Tuma and the coaching staff, Castro apologized to his teammates and coach Júnior Rocha, expressing that his time away allowed for reflection.

Simultaneously, the club confirmed that starting defender Bruno Bispo has suffered a muscle injury in his left thigh. While the club has not disclosed the severity of the injury or a projected return date, the loss is considered a major blow to the team's defensive consistency. The coaching staff may now look to Castro or other options like Gustavo Henrique, Lucas Rodrigues, and Pedro Carrerette to fill the gap.