Atlético-PI Loses Unbeaten Run in Futsal Brazilian

Atlético-Piauiense lost its unbeaten streak in the 2026 Brazilian Futsal Championship after being defeated by Traipu 4-1 in Arapiraca-AL. The game, marked by the goalkeeper's red card and decisive goals by the Alagoas team, left CAP in second place with 11 points.

What happened in the match

In the opening minutes, Atlético-PI goalkeeper Lambão was sent off for handling the ball outside the penalty area. Traipu opened the scoring with Thiaguinho, and before halftime, team captain Léo Café extended the lead. In the second half, Evandro scored the third goal, and Jé pulled one back for Cavernão. Léo Café, from outside the area, sealed the win with the fourth goal for the Alagoas side.

Impact on the standings and CAP's schedule

Atlético-PI remains with 11 points in second place in the tournament. Following the defeat, the team will take a break from the Brazilian Championship to focus on the Taça Brasil, which will take place from September 7 to 13 in São João do Jaguaribe, in the interior of Ceará.

Atlético-PI's preparation ahead of the duel

CAP boarded a bus late Thursday afternoon (27) from Teresina to Arapiraca. The coach had practically the entire squad available, but pivot Dieguinho was sidelined due to discomfort in the back of his thigh. The player stayed in Teresina for medical treatment.

Taça Brasil schedule

The tournament brings together 10 participants divided into two groups of five teams. After five qualifying rounds, the top two from each group advance. In the knockout stage, in case of a draw in the semifinals and final, the match will be decided by penalty shootouts.

Atlético-PI's upcoming matches in the Brasileirão

September 7: Joinville vs Atlético-PI - at 6 PM
September 8: Atlético-PI vs ESMAC-PA - at 4 PM
September 9: Russas Futsal-CE vs Atlético-PI - at 4 PM
September 10: Minas vs Atlético-PI - at 4 PM

With information from ge, CidadeVerde.com.