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As we look towards the next season, the absence of Paraná-based teams from Brazil's Serie A highlights a worrying trend. The internal struggles within clubs like Atlético Paranaense reflect larger systemic issues, exacerbated by the loss of influential leadership figures such as Mário Celso Pacheco. His departure has left a vacuum that the club has struggled to fill, showcasing the delicate balance between strong management and team performance.
The foreseeable absence of a representative from Paraná marks a rare moment in Brazilian football history, prompting analysis on what this means for the regional teams’ competitiveness and visibility.