Coritiba vs Atletico Paranaense

Serie AMatchweek 27
Ref: Wagner do Nascimento MagalhaesEstádio Major Antônio Couto Pereira, Curitiba, Paraná · 45,563 cap
Fipster Pick
Home WinlowMiss
Full-time storyUpset

Coritiba snatch late draw from Atletico Paranaense

Rodrigo Moledo's stoppage-time brace rescues a thrilling 3-3 draw.

Atletico Paranaense looked comfortable with goals from Luiz Gustavo, Arthur Dias, and a penalty by K. Viveros, but Coritiba fought back with Tiago Cóser and a dramatic double from Rodrigo Moledo deep into stoppage time. The match ended 3-3, defying Fipster's low-confidence prediction of a narrow home win. A pulsating Serie A encounter that kept fans on the edge until the very end.

FıpsterSelf-Score Card
Appropriate✗ Miss
Fipster's Pick
32
Final Result
33
HT 1–2
36%Poor
F
OutcomeExact scoreBoth scoredGoalsHalftime
Fipster's self review12 Sept 2026

Outcome probability

Coritiba 39%Draw 31%Atletico Paranaense 30%

This clash between Coritiba and Atletico Paranaense promises to be a thrilling encounter with both sides boasting attacking talent and a penchant for goals. Fans can expect a lively game with plenty of action at both ends of the pitch.

Match factors

Tactical Advantagehigh

Kevin Viveros' scoring threat vs Coritiba defense

Viveros leads with 17 goals and strong recent form, posing a major challenge to Coritiba's defense

Statistical Edgehigh

Coritiba's Pedro Rocha in fine scoring form

Pedro Rocha scored 4 goals in last 5 games, boosting Coritiba's attack potential

Injury Impacthigh

Coritiba missing key defenders Tiago Cóser and Tinga

Both defenders are out, weakening Coritiba's defensive stability against Atletico Paranaense's attack

Form Momentummedium

Josué's creative influence waning recently

Josué has no assists in last 5 games despite season total of 8, may affect Coritiba's chance creation

Injury Impacthigh

Atletico Paranaense missing key defender Gastón Benavídez

Benavídez leads assists for Atletico Paranaense but is out, potentially reducing their attacking support from defense

The context

Coritiba currently sit 7th in the league with 37 points from 26 games, while Atletico Paranaense are higher up the table in 3rd place with 45 points from 25 matches. The two teams have met 20 times previously, with Atletico Paranaense holding a slight edge in wins. Both sides have shown attacking prowess this season, setting the stage for an entertaining fixture.

Key insights

Analysis

Atletico Paranaense's Kevin Viveros Rodallega is the league's top scorer with 17 goals and excellent recent form, posing a significant threat to Coritiba's defence, which is weakened by the absence of key defenders Tiago Cóser and Tinga. Coritiba's Pedro Rocha, in fine scoring form with 4 goals in his last 5 games, will be crucial in their attacking efforts. Josué, Coritiba's top assister, has seen his creative influence wane recently, which could impact their chance creation. Atletico Paranaense are also missing their key assisting defender Gastón Benavídez, potentially reducing their attacking support from defence. The prediction leans towards a high-scoring, closely contested match with Coritiba narrowly prevailing.

Key facts

  1. 1.Coritiba are 7th in the league with 37 points from 26 games (W10 D7 L9).
  2. 2.Atletico Paranaense sit 3rd with 45 points from 25 games (W13 D6 L6).
  3. 3.In 20 head-to-head meetings, Atletico Paranaense have won 8, Coritiba 5, with 7 draws.
  4. 4.Atletico Paranaense have a superior goal difference of +13 compared to Coritiba.
  5. 5.Coritiba's Pedro Rocha has scored 7 goals this season, including 4 in the last 5 games.
  6. 6.Kevin Viveros Rodallega leads the league with 17 goals and is in excellent recent form.
  7. 7.Coritiba are missing key defenders Tiago Cóser and Tinga, weakening their defence.
  8. 8.Atletico Paranaense's Gastón Benavídez, a key assisting defender, is out for this match.

Prediction

We predict a 3-2 victory for Coritiba, with both teams finding the net multiple times. The home side's attacking form and key players stepping up should just about edge out Atletico Paranaense in what promises to be a thrilling encounter.

Player Insights

Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists

HomeCoritiba

Breno Lopes

Breno Lopes

Attacker

Coritiba

Total Goals
8
League avg: 0.76
22 played
19 starts
1478 mins
~67 mins/game
Pedro Rocha

Pedro Rocha

Attacker

Coritiba

Total Goals
7
League avg: 0.76
24 played
24 starts
1810 mins
~75 mins/game
Joaquín Lavega Colzada

Joaquín Lavega Colzada

Midfielder

Coritiba

Total Goals
5
League avg: 0.76
23 played
15 starts
1173 mins
~51 mins/game

AwayAtletico Paranaense

Kevin Viveros Rodallega

Kevin Viveros Rodallega

Attacker

Atletico Paranaense

Total Goals
17
League avg: 0.76
24 played
24 starts
2195 mins
~91 mins/game
John Mendoza Valencia

John Mendoza Valencia

Forward

Atletico Paranaense

Total Goals
5
League avg: 0.76
25 played
25 starts
2067 mins
~83 mins/game
Leozinho

Leozinho

Attacker

Atletico Paranaense

Total Goals
4
League avg: 0.76
11 played
7 starts
542 mins
~49 mins/game

The verdict

Expect a match full of goals and drama, with Coritiba's attacking flair and Atletico Paranaense's firepower making for an entertaining spectacle. The narrow predicted scoreline reflects the fine margins likely to decide this encounter.