# Paysandu supporter exclusion controversy

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/paysandu-supporter-exclusion-controversy
> Updated: 2026-09-21T21:34:00.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

A controversy emerged at the Brazilian football club Paysandu after the marketing department barred Daniel Grisley, a prominent supporter with cerebral palsy known as Pampam, from his tradition of entering the pitch alongside players before matches. The decision drew significant backlash from the club’s fanbase. 

Midfielder Marcinho expressed solidarity with the fan, posting a message of support on social media. Following the public outcry, Paysandu president Márcio Tuma issued a public apology, stating that Grisley deserves “the utmost respect and admiration.” Tuma confirmed that Grisley will be permitted to return to his role of entering the field with the players during upcoming matches.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-21: Paysandu president apologizes to supporter Pampam

Paysandu president Márcio Tuma apologized to supporter Daniel Grisley, known as Pampam, following backlash over previous remarks regarding the fan, who has cerebral palsy.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/paysandu-president-apologizes-to-supporter-pampam

### 2026-09-09: Paysandu player Marcinho supports fan Pampam after club ban

Paysandu player Marcinho has expressed solidarity with fan Pampam after the club barred the supporter from participating in pre-match field entries due to internal policies.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/paysandu-player-marcinho-supports-fan-pampam-after-club-ban

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