CBF raises Copa do Brasil prize money for 2027, but sets terms for clubs

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·22 September 2026

CBF raises Copa do Brasil prize money for 2027, but sets terms for clubs

New allocation will go toward debt repayment and infrastructure improvements

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has decided to increase Copa do Brasil prize money starting with the 2027 season. In addition to payments based on sporting performance and reaching later rounds, clubs from Série A and Série B of the Brasileirão will receive a new fixed allocation. However, the destination of the funds has already been determined.

This is because the CBF will require clubs to use the new prize money to reduce liabilities (debts of all kinds) or invest in infrastructure. The governing body wants to prevent teams from using the fixed allocation for expenses such as new signings or bonus payments to players. It is worth noting that the amounts have not yet been set.

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How will the Copa do Brasil money be distributed?

Clubs in Série A and Série B: performance-based prize money (for each round reached) + an extra fixed allocation (earmarked for reducing liabilities or investing in infrastructure modernization);
All other clubs: performance-based prize money (for each round reached).

Why did the CBF decide to increase the prize money?

The CBF’s decision to increase prize money for participating clubs was made possible by the new broadcasting rights contract. The deal involves Grupo Globo, Amazon, and a third broadcaster (yet to be announced) for the Copa do Brasil cycle between 2027 and 2030.

In total, the contract exceeds R$ 4 billion over the period. As a result, the governing body secured an increase of more than 80% compared to the previous deal. In addition, the package also includes the rights to the Supercopa Rei between 2028 and 2031.

What is the current situation of the 2026 Copa do Brasil?

Meanwhile, the 2026 Copa do Brasil is in its final stages. Vasco, Palmeiras, Grêmio, and Atlético-MG are competing in the semifinals of the tournament. It is worth noting that, for the first time, the grand final will be played as a single match at the Mané Garrincha Stadium, in Brasília, on December 6, 2026.

Flamengo were eliminated in the fifth round of the Copa do Brasil

As in recent years, Flamengo entered the Copa do Brasil in the fifth round, facing Vitória. However, the Rubro-Negro ended up bowing out of the tournament in their opening tie. After a 2-1 win in the first leg at the Maracanã, Leonardo Jardim’s team lost 2-0 at Barradão.

What is the prize money in the 2026 Copa do Brasil?

In total, the CBF will invest around R$ 500 million in the clubs participating in the Copa do Brasil. The winner of the final, for example, will receive R$ 78 million for the victory. Therefore, the championship-winning team can earn up to R$ 99.25 million from the title.

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