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Corinthians and Vasco Reach Copa do Brasil Final After Penalty Shootouts

The two-leg decider opens Wednesday in São Paulo then finishes Sunday at the Maracanã, with a R$77 million champion’s prize plus a 2026 Libertadores group berth at stake.

Overview

  • Corinthians advanced past Cruzeiro after a 2–1 defeat in regular time by winning the shootout 5–4, with goalkeeper Hugo Souza saving two penalties.
  • Vasco progressed over Fluminense after a 1–0 loss on the night by taking the shootout 4–3, as Léo Jardim made decisive stops including saves on John Kennedy and Canobbio.
  • The final will be played over two legs on December 17 at Neo Química Arena and December 21 at the Maracanã.
  • The champion receives R$77 million in prize money, while reaching the final secures the runner-up at least R$33 million.
  • Vasco reaches its first Copa do Brasil final since 2011, and the winner will qualify directly for the 2026 Copa Libertadores group stage.