Paysandu — Operario Ferroviario : Match Preview and Prediction for August 24,2025

Paysandu’s Dire Form

Paysandu is currently in a precarious situation, spiraling towards disaster. Currently holding 19th place and firmly in the relegation zone, the team is enduring a five-match winless streak. Their last two outings resulted in consecutive clean-sheet defeats against Chapecoense (0-2) and Vila Nova (0-1), highlighting a critical state of affairs.

Home Ground Woes

The once formidable Curuzu stadium has lost its aura of invincibility. A troubling pattern has emerged: Paysandu has failed to secure a victory in 11 of their last 13 home fixtures. This season, they rank last in the league for home goals scored, managing a mere 8 goals across 10 matches on their own turf.

Off-Field Troubles and Squad Weakening

Adding to their on-field struggles is a complete disarray off the pitch. The club is currently under a FIFA transfer ban, making them the only Serie B team unable to sign new players during this transfer window. The situation is further exacerbated by the departure of key defender Luan Freitas, who has returned to Fluminense. This means the squad isn’t just failing to strengthen; it’s visibly weakening.

Operario’s Stable Form

Operario approaches this match in a significantly more stable condition. Positioned comfortably in 12th place, the team maintains a safe distance from the relegation zone. While they haven’t secured a win in their last two outings, the overall picture for them is vastly different from their opponents.

Defensive Mastery

The team’s primary asset is their exceptional defensive organization under the guidance of coach Alex de Souza. Consider this impressive statistic: Operario has kept five clean sheets in their last seven matches. Over the past five league rounds, they have conceded a mere two goals, marking the best defensive record in the entire league.

Tactical Dominance and Resilience

In their most recent fixture, they held Avai to a 0-0 draw, showcasing complete dominance throughout the game. Operario registered 14 shots on goal compared to their opponent’s 9, and maintained 67% possession. While ‘The Phantoms’ face some squad depletions due to suspensions, including key defender Joseph, coach Alex de Souza has cultivated a robust defensive system that operates effectively regardless of individual absences.