In a highly anticipated showdown, the city of Belém will come alive as Paysandu and Remo clash in the first leg of the Campeonato Paraense 2025 final on Wednesday, May 7, at 21:00 (Brasília time) at the Estádio do Mangueirão. This fierce rivalry, often referred to as the "Re-Pa," is expected to draw around 47,000 passionate fans, making it a spectacle that no local would want to miss.
With both teams having finished the group stage with identical records—17 points from five wins, two draws, and one loss—this match promises to be a thrilling encounter. However, Remo topped the group based on tie-breaking criteria, giving them a slight edge going into the final.
Paysandu, aiming for their 50th title, enters the match under pressure. The team has struggled recently, not winning in their last three outings and sitting near the bottom of the Série B standings. Despite these challenges, they come off a morale-boosting victory in the Copa Verde, where they triumphed over Goiás in a penalty shootout after a draw in regular time. This recent success has injected some confidence into the squad as they prepare for the biggest match of the state championship.
“I remember a time when things were even worse for us, and a Re-Pa gave us a tremendous boost of confidence. We know it’s difficult, and we are up against a strong opponent, but in a classic, what matters is the will and effectiveness,” said Paysandu’s goalkeeper Matheus Nogueira, who has been a vital figure for the team.
On the other hand, Remo comes into this final with a solid track record, having eliminated Santa Rosa and Tuna Luso in the knockout stages. The team is currently riding high in the Série B, sitting in third place and remaining unbeaten this season. Their recent performance includes a narrow 1-0 victory over Amazonas-AM, showcasing their defensive strength and tactical discipline.
“We are excited about this final. We have a strong squad and are ready to face any challenge. Our goal is to win this title and show our capabilities,” said Remo’s coach Daniel Paulista.
As for the lineups, Paysandu is expected to field Matheus; Borges, Luan, Novilla, and Reverson; Borasi, Carlinhos, Vargas, and Delvalle (Marlon); with Piccolomo and Benítez leading the attack. However, they will be without injured players Kevyn and Pedro Delvalle.
Meanwhile, Remo’s likely starting eleven includes Marcelo Rangel; Marcelinho, Klaus, Reynaldo, and Savio; Caio, Pavani, Janderson, Jaderson, and P. Rocha; with Felipe Vizeu up front. The team will miss Maxwell and Alan Rodríguez due to injuries, and Vizeu is a doubt due to physical fatigue.
Tickets for this thrilling encounter have been a hot commodity, with thousands already sold. Remo has maintained its traditional ticket promotion, offering combined tickets for both matches at a reduced price. Individual match tickets for Remo are priced at R$ 60 for the arquibancada and R$ 120 for the cadeira cativa, while Paysandu has set their individual ticket prices at R$ 60 and R$ 120 for similar sections. Fans are advised to purchase tickets in advance as there will be no sales at the stadium on game day.
This match will not only determine the first leg's victor but also set the tone for the return leg scheduled for Sunday, May 11, at 17:00 (Brasília time), also at Mangueirão, where Remo will have home advantage. With both teams equally matched and a rich history behind them, this final is bound to be a nail-biting affair.
As the clock ticks down to kickoff, the excitement in Belém is palpable. Fans from both sides are ready to support their teams with fervor, knowing that the outcome of this match could define the season for either club. Will Paysandu rise to the occasion and seize the moment, or will Remo continue their impressive form and claim another title? Only time will tell as the Re-Pa rivalry continues to unfold.
