Copa do Brasil: Vasco, Cruzeiro and two more end last 16 today | OneFootball

Two matches take place this Thursday (07) for the Round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil

Flamengo bid farewell to the Copa do Brasil this Wednesday (06), losing on penalties to Atlético-MG at Arena MRV. However, even without the current champion, the knockout tournament continues with the Round of 16 matches this Thursday (07).

WHAT ARE THE MATCHES THIS WEDNESDAY?

In total, two games conclude the Round of 16 this Thursday (07). First, at 8 PM (Brasília time), Vasco hosts CSA at São Januário Stadium in Rio de Janeiro. In the first leg, the match ended in a goalless draw.

Additionally, starting at 9 PM (Brasília time), Cruzeiro visits CRB at Rei Pelé Stadium in Maceió. In the first match, in Belo Horizonte, the teams also ended in a 0-0 draw. Therefore, in both matches this Thursday (07), if another draw persists, the decision goes to penalties.

WHO HAS ALREADY QUALIFIED FOR THE QUARTERFINALS OF THE COPA DO BRASIL?

So far, six of the eight clubs that will compete in the next phase have already secured their spots. Firstly, Atlético-MG overcame Flamengo on penalties, while Botafogo and Bahia confirmed their qualification by taking advantage of the leads obtained in the first-leg matches against Red Bull Bragantino and Retrô, respectively.

Meanwhile, Athletico-PR advanced after a decisive performance by goalkeeper Santos and the early expulsion of Rafael, overcoming São Paulo at Arena da Baixada. Finally, Corinthians eliminated arch-rival Palmeiras at Allianz Parque, while Fluminense held off Internacional at Maracanã and secured their spot.

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