The Clube do Remo faced elimination from the Copa Verde 2025 on February 6, after succumbing to São Raimundo-RR in a tense penalty shootout following a 1-1 draw during regulation time. The match took place at the Estádio Baenão, where Remo's faithful fans had been banned from attending due to prior incidents involving the team's supporter base. This elimination marks the second consecutive first-round exit for Remo from this competition, raising questions about the team's current form and future prospects.
The game started slowly, as both teams struggled to find their rhythm. São Raimundo took the lead with a goal from Felipe, who unleashed a powerful shot from outside the box, taking advantage of what could be deemed as a goalkeeping error by Remo's Marcelo Rangel. The opening goal came as early as the 18th minute, putting pressure on the blue team, which was seeking redemption after their recent draw against Capitão Poço.
Not one to be easily defeated, Remo responded swiftly, equalizing just five minutes later. A handball by São Raimundo's Maicon during a corner kick led to a penalty being awarded to the Leão Azul. Adailton stepped up and coolly converted, leveling the score and reigniting hope among his teammates and fans. With both teams having exchanged goals, the game continued with increasing intensity.
The first half saw Remo dominate possession, yet they struggled to translate this control to meaningful chances. Their situation worsened when they lost midfielder Jaderson to a second yellow card just before half-time, leaving them with ten men and adding to the uphill challenge they faced.
Despite being down to ten players, Remo showed resilience, pressing hard for the winning goal. The second half was filled with missed opportunities, with young striker Guty coming close but being thwarted by the visiting goalkeeper Carlos Henrique. São Raimundo Roraima took advantage of their numerical superiority at several moments, increasing their chances as they pushed forward.
The match unfolded with late-game drama, culminating with red cards distributed to players from both teams as tensions flared, reflecting the high stakes of the match. Fans watching from outside the stadium expressed their anguish and frustration as the clock continued to tick down with no clear winner. Despite Remo’s fervent attacks, they were unable to find the net again before the whistle blew at the end of regulation time.
Consequently, the match went to penalties, which proved heartbreaking for the Remo faithful. The blue team missed their first two penalties, much to the dismay of fans and coaches alike. While Rangel managed to save one penalty attempt from São Raimundo, it was not enough to compensate for his team's failures at the spot. The final penalty sealed the deal for Remo, with São Raimundo winning 4-3 after the shootout.
Clube do Remo's head coach, Rodrigo Santana, addressed the media post-match, lamenting his team's inability to convert chances under pressure. "We were not able to convert our chances and it cost us dearly," he stated, illustrating the frustration and disbelief surrounding the unexpected exit from the tournament.
With the Copa Verde now behind them, Remo's attention turns to upcoming matches, primarily the Campeonato Paraense and Brazil’s Copa do Brasil. Their early exit has amplified the pressures on the coaching staff and players to deliver results quickly, especially with fans eager for success after their celebration of the club's 120 years of history just the day prior to this defeat.
Remo will meet Tuna Luso Brasileira on February 8 for their next challenge, hoping to regain their footing and restore faith among supporters who felt the sting of this elimination.
This Copa Verde elimination serves as a wake-up call for Clube do Remo, reminding the team and its supporters of the volatility inherent within knockout competitions. Remedying the issues revealed during the match will be imperative as the season progresses and the blue team aims for brighter days on the pitch.