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Winner of the Copa do Brasil will face Flamengo in next year’s Supercopa Rei

Vasco is close to playing in a Copa do Brasil final. That’s because Fernando Diniz’s team came from behind to defeat Fluminense 2-1 in the first leg of the semifinal this Thursday (11th), at Maracanã. The return match takes place this Sunday (14th), once again at Estádio Jornalista Mário Filho.

In the first half, Fluminense put Vasco against the ropes. Thus, from a free kick, Thiago Silva headed the ball to Kevin Serna, who found the back of Leo Jardim’s net.

In the second half, Vasco began their comeback plan. Striker Rayan, named the revelation of the 2025 Brasileirão, beat Fábio to equalize. With the score tied, striker Veggetti came off the bench and scored the winning goal.

When does the Supercopa Rei take place?

The Supercopa Rei does not yet have a set date, but it is expected to take place between January and February of 2026. Currently, Flamengo is the only guaranteed team in the final, as they won the Brasileirão.

Flamengo awaits the outcome of the Copa do Brasil to find out who their opponent in the big final will be. Corinthians, Cruzeiro, Fluminense, and Vasco are the teams fighting for the national tournament trophy.

Has Flamengo already won the Supercopa?

It’s worth remembering that Flamengo is the current champion of the Supercopa Rei. O Mais Querido defeated Botafogo 3-1 in Belém, Pará, at the start of the season. The Rubro-Negro will defend the title in 2026.

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