Paysandu contests CBF decisions following failed promotion bid

Paysandu is contesting decisions made by the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) following its failure to secure promotion to Série B. The club has filed a request with the Superior Court of Sports Justice (STJD), citing issues with stadium infrastructure and security at Brusque. The club argues that the postponement of matches due to these conditions impacted the competition's integrity.

Additionally, Paysandu is questioning the CBF's decision to mandate simultaneous matches between Ferroviária and Inter de Limeira, suggesting the move may have unfairly benefited the Paulista teams.

Despite winning the Campeonato Paraense, Copa Norte, and Copa Verde in 2026, the club failed to achieve its primary goal of promotion. In response to the season's end, Paysandu has announced the departure of coach Mazola Júnior and several physical trainers. The club is currently planning its 2027 roster, confirming that players such as Edilson, Nico Schiappacasse, and goalkeeper Matheus Nogueira have contracts extending into the next season.