Remo vs Athletico Paranaense – News and Probable Lineups

This Sunday, Remo will host Athletico Paranaense at the Mangueirao for the 17th round of the 2026 Campeonato Brasileiro Serie A, a matchup featuring two teams facing pressure yet positioned differently in the league standings.

Remo aims to harness the support of their home fans and build on their recent performance as they try to create difficulties for their adversaries. On the other hand, Athletico Paranaense comes into this game with a steadier campaign and will try to affirm their role as favorites, even away from Curitiba. The crucial predictions for this match are listed below.

Match overview

Clube do Remo is participating in their first Serie A season in 32 years after a lengthy absence from Brazil’s top division.

Despite experiencing some inconsistencies, the team displayed a revival by coming from behind to secure a 3-2 victory against Chapecoense, clinching the win in the dying moments. This result has uplifted the squad’s morale ahead of the remaining matches this season.

This win earned Remo a total of 15 points, elevating them to 18th place in the standings. Based in Belem, the team has shown a more robust away form, playing in an organized manner and effectively utilizing counter-attacks. The task ahead is to replicate this success at home.

Remo’s home performance at the Mangueirao continues to be a significant concern for head coach Leo Conde this Serie A season. At home, the team has managed just one victory and struggles to take charge against opponents. To escape the relegation zone, improving this home record is crucial when facing Athletico-PR.

In the attacking department, Yago Pikachu and Alef Manga are the primary threats. Patrick de Paula orchestrates the midfield, complemented by Vitor Bueno and Gabriel Taliari as additional offensive options. A full crowd is expected at the Mangueirao, with the home supporters anticipated to provide strong backing.

Athletico-PR arrives in comparatively stable form. In their last match, they shared the points with Flamengo in a 1-1 draw at the Arena da Baixada, keeping them in contention for a top table position.

Under the guidance of Odair Hellmann, they have positioned themselves as one of the more structured teams in the league.

Offensively, the trio of Kevin Viveros, Stiven Mendoza, and Julimar represent Athletico-PR’s chief attacking threat. Their dynamic movement and multiple options make the Curitiba side challenging to defend against, with the forward line being a standout feature of their campaign.

The defensive unit of Athletico-PR also displays consistency through a compact system that creates limited opportunities for their opponents. Gaston Benavidez and Lucas Esquivel are pivotal in both defensive responsibilities and support during build-up play along the flanks. Their quick transition from defense to attack continues to define their style of play.

This match pits two teams at significantly different points in the standings against each other. Remo is striving to escape the relegation zone with support from their fans, while Athletico-PR is aiming to solidify their position among those competing for continental spots. An engaging and pivotal contest is expected.

Team News

Remo approaches the fixture with three key players unavailable. Patrick de Paula and Gabriel Taliari are out due to injuries, while Ze Ricardo is serving a suspension following his red card against Palmeiras. These absences will require head coach Leo Conde to adjust his midfield setup.

With these players absent from the squad, Vitor Bueno is anticipated to join the starting eleven alongside Jose Welison and Patrick in the creative roles. Meanwhile, in attack, Yago Pikachu, Alef Manga, and Jaja are expected to continue forming the front line that was pivotal in their victory over Chapecoense. The manager is likely to retain this core lineup to maintain the team’s recent positive momentum.

Athletico-PR also faces selection challenges in Belem. Defender Carlos Teran and midfielder Luiz Gustavo remain unavailable due to injury. Their absence will limit Odair Hellmann’s options on the defensive front for this match.

In their absence, Arthur Dias is likely to maintain his position at center-back alongside Aguirre, while Juan Portilla returns from his suspension. In terms of attack, Kevin Viveros and Stiven Mendoza are still considered the main offensive threats for Athletico-PR, with Claudinho available as an additional creative midfield option.

Remo probable starting XI:

Marcelo Rangel; Marcelinho, Marllon, Duplexe Tchamba, Mayk; Jose Welison, Patrick, Vitor Bueno; Yago Pikachu, Jaja, Alef Manga. Manager: Leo Conde.

Athletico Paranaense probable starting XI:

Saints; Juan Felipe, Aguirre, Arthur Dias, Léo; Gaston Benavidez, Felipinho, Joao Cruz, Juan Portilla; Claudinho; Stiven Mendoza, Kevin Viveros. Manager: Odair Hellmann.

Remo comes into this match in solid form, having triumphed in four of their last five matches across all competitions, with significant wins against Botafogo and Bahia. The atmosphere at the Mangueirao, combined with the fervent home support, may serve as a substantial advantage for the Blue Lion.

Conversely, Athletico Paranaense is currently experiencing a less convincing stretch, with only one win from their last five fixtures and three consecutive draws. The visitors may find it challenging to impose their game plan away from home against a self-assured and attack-oriented Remo side.

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