Coritiba eye Série B title, rely on solid defence as key advantage | OneFootball

Coritiba confirmed its return to the top division last weekend after a goalless draw with Athletic, but the title race for the Brazilian Série B remains open. In the quest for the trophy against rivals Athletico-PR, the Couto Pereira team has its defensive solidity as a trump card.

With only 22 goals conceded, and a clean sheet in 21 of the 37 rounds played so far, Coritiba’s defense is the best in the championship. On the other hand, the attack, with 37 goals scored, is among the worst in Série B.

“The collective work is very solid and, because of that, we maintained this consistency in the competition. The first objective was achieved: we are back in Série A. But the team wants more, deserves more, and we are going after this title. A team that wants to be champion can’t rely on a draw, it has to play to win,” said defender Maicon.

Coritiba can secure the title if they keep a clean sheet in the match against Remo, at Mangueirão, since they have three points more than Athletico-PR, who face América-MG at Ligga Arena. Both matches will be played at 4:30 p.m. (Brasília time) this Sunday.

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