Data F.C.data F.C.
Brasileirão Série B · Round 37
3–2
Finished
Estádio Germano Krüger, Ponta Grossa
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Operário-PR defeats Sport 3-2 in a thrilling match at Germano Krüger

Fantasma breaks negative streak in the penultimate round and halts the Pernambucanos' push in the final stretch of Série B

In a goal-filled match for the 37th round of Série B of the Brazilian Championship, Operário-PR won against Sport Recife 3-2 on Friday. The victory at home in the Germano Krüger Stadium brought relief to the hosts and frustrated the visitors' plans in this decisive stretch.

Incidents

OPESPO
6'⚽
Carlos De Penaassist. Biel Fonseca
14'⚽🔴
Claudinho
27'🟨
Biel FonsecaFoul
38'⚽
Perottiassist. Diego Hernández
45'⚽
Moraes Júnior
45'🟨
Marcelo BenevenutoFoul
45'🟨
José CuenúArgument
46'🔄
Brenno Pereira Silva↔ Leonardo Erig Daitx
46'🔄
Claudinho↔ Augusto Pucci
53'⚽
Leonardo Erig Daitxassist. Eduardo Franzon Mosconi
54'🟨
Leonardo Erig Daitx
58'🟨
Nicolas SchulzFoul
61'🟨
Moraes JúniorArgument
67'🔄
André Simplicio↔ Mikael Doka
76'🔄
Moraes Júnior↔ Maxwell
77'🔄
Eduardo Franzon Mosconi↔ Gabriel Feliciano
77'🔄
Habraão↔ Neto Pessoa
77'🔄
Biel Fonseca↔ Fernando Sobral
77'🔄
Nicolas Schulz↔ Charles
77'🔄
Carlos De Pena↔ Kervin Andrade
86'🔄
Diego Hernández↔ Clayson
90'🟥
Marcelo BenevenutoFoul
90'🟨
Gabriel FelicianoTime wasting

Match Recap

The match at the Germano Krüger Stadium presented high intensity from the first minutes, with both teams seeking to attack. The Paraná team managed to be more incisive in the decisive moments of the match to build the lead on the scoreboard. Sport tried to respond with dangerous moves and balanced the actions by scoring twice, but the home team withstood the pressure to secure the 3-2 victory.

Statistics

Expected goals

1.42Operário-PR3 goals scored
0.52Sport Recife2 goals scored

Possession

45%Operário-PR≈ 41 min on the ball
55%Sport Recife≈ 50 min on the ball

Shots on target

6Operário-PRof 23 shots
4Sport Recifeof 12 shots

Pass accuracy

74%Operário-PR235 of 317
84%Sport Recife334 of 397

Match DNA

Six-dimensional comparison

1st half → 2nd half

Who grew or faded after the break

xG

Possession

Shots on target %

Pass %

Duels won %

Anatomy of the shots

Where each shot ended up

Operário-PRSport Recife
Goals
3
2
Saved
3
2
Woodwork
1
1
Blocked
10
2
Off target
7
6

Territory map

Action intensity by pitch third

Operário-PR

1731723
Defensetackles
Midfieldpasses
Attackshots

Sport Recife

1239720
Attackshots
Midfieldpasses
Defensetackles

Darker shades mean more activity in that zone

Duels

Who won more battles

Ground

52%
52% · 3648% · 33

Aerial

65%
65% · 1135% · 6

Dribbles

63%
63% · 1037% · 2

Player impact

Accurate passes × offensive actions (size = rating)

Players with 30+ min only.

Match standout

Top-rated player's share of the team

Sport Recife

Diego Hernández

M · #20

Rating: 7.90

Passes23Shots1Defense3Creation59

Match Highlights

The positive result had fundamental weight for the Fantasma squad, which was under pressure due to a record of 1 win and 4 losses in the previous five matches of the competition. Against a traditional opponent, the team showed collective overcoming power and knew how to manage ball possession in the final moments. On the other hand, the Pernambucano team, which arrived with a recent record of 2 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss, found difficulties in stopping the opponent's offensive production.

What the Numbers Say

With the stumble away from home in this penultimate round, Sport Recife remains at 55 points won in 37 matches, remaining in the intermediate peloton that fights for the highest positions in the table, alongside competitors like CRB, Goiás, and Atlético Goianiense. For Operário-PR, the three points won at home bring renewed breath to end the national championship with greater stability and high morale.

Lineup

How teams lined up at kick-off

1Martello6.1177.0↓26.6↑SchulzDoka22Cuenú5.926Maguinho6.343Joseph6.7C5Índio7.167.5↓326.7↑JúniorCharles18Simplicio6.2↓21Silva6.3↓28Mosconi6.8↓99Dantas7.026Couto5.45Benevenuto6.2C275.3↓686.7↑ClaudinhoPucci28Habraão6.2↓76Lopes6.666.6↓256.5↑FonsecaClayson7Paula7.3107.5↓886.8↑PenaSobral20Hernández7.930Barletta6.19Perotti7.6
Operário-PR · 4-5-1Sport Recife · 4-5-1
CCaptain↓Substituted

Operário-PR

Manager: Alberto Valentim

4-5-1

Starters

Goalkeeper

Defenders

Midfielders

Forwards

Bench

Sport Recife

Manager: Mariano Soso

4-5-1

Starters

Goalkeeper

Defenders

Midfielders

Forwards

Bench

Man of the match

Diego Hernández

Sport Recife

7.9

Referee

Savio Pereira Sampaio

Suspended

Players who became suspended in this match and will serve the suspension in the next league game.

Operário-PR

🚫
Gabriel FelicianoBecame suspended due to 3 yellowsWill serve suspension in the next match against Ponte Preta.
🚫
Moraes JúniorBecame suspended due to 3 yellowsWill serve suspension in the next match against Ponte Preta.

Sport Recife

🚫
Marcelo BenevenutoBecame suspended due to Red cardWill serve suspension in the next match against Goiás.

What Changes Now

Both teams return to the field on Saturday, November 14, 2026, for the dispute of the 38th and final round of Série B. Operário-PR ends its participation away from home against Ponte Preta, at the Moisés Lucarelli Stadium. Meanwhile, Sport Recife ends the championship acting as the host, on Ilha do Retiro, where they will face the Goiás team.