NOVA FRIBURGO, Rio de Janeiro (Interstat) — Victor Hugo scored in the 23rd minute and Friburguense held on to beat Paduano EC 1-0 on Tuesday at Estádio Eduardo Guinle. The home side improved to 2-0-1 in the competition and 2-0-1 across all competitions. Paduano EC moved to 1-1-1 in the competition and 1-1-1 across all competitions. Friburguense controlled possession after Hugo’s goal and protected the narrow advantage through the second half. Paduano EC pushed forward in search of an equalizer but could not find a breakthrough before the final whistle. The result gave Friburguense its second win of the season, while Paduano EC suffered its first loss. Friburguense previously beat 7 de Abril and drew with Belford Roxo. Paduano EC previously drew with Campos AA and beat Paraty. The match remained 1-0 until the final whistle. Neither team scored again after Hugo’s early finish, leaving Friburguense with the shutout.