What Happened in Brazilian Soccer Yesterday (Wednesday, August 6th, 2025)

Atlético-MG

• Atlético-MG 0 x 1 Flamengo – Atlético-MG's home – Copa do Brasil

• Atlético-MG eliminated Flamengo in the penalty shootout, with goalkeeper Everson standing out. The win brings financial and morale relief and strengthens the connection with the fans.

• Coach Cuca revealed behind-the-scenes details of the win over Flamengo, including Saravia receiving injections, tactical changes, and denied giving players time off after qualification.

• Atlético-MG eliminated Flamengo, earning R$14.1 million in the Copa do Brasil and an additional R$12.6 million in the Sudamericana so far this season.

Bahia

• Retrô 0 x 0 Bahia – Retrô’s home – Copa do Brasil

• After a goalless draw against Retrô, coach Rogério Ceni criticized Bahia’s offensive performance, citing weak finishes and poor shot quality. Though pleased with qualification, he warned the team must improve ahead of facing Fluminense.

• Bahia terminated Diego Rosa’s loan contract with Internacional; the midfielder signed with Apoel (Cyprus), with Bahia retaining 50% of his economic rights and bonus clauses.

• Bahia lost 4–1 to Bragantino, marking their seventh consecutive defeat in the U-17 league.

Botafogo

• RB Bragantino 0 x 1 Botafogo – Bragantino’s home – Copa do Brasil

• Botafogo beat Bragantino with a goal from Savarino (assist from Danilo) and qualified for the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals for the first time since 2017.

• Midfielder Marlon Freitas suffered a concussion and is out of the next match against Fortaleza, per CBF protocol.

• By reaching the quarterfinals, Botafogo earned R$10.7 million in Copa do Brasil prizes and nearly R$200 million in seasonal bonuses. The club is close to surpassing its R$261 million record in 2024.

Bragantino

• Bragantino 0 x 1 Botafogo – Estádio Municipal Cícero de Souza Marques – Copa do Brasil Round of 16

• Left-back Guilherme Lopes returned from a thigh injury and is available for the second leg against Botafogo.

• Bragantino was eliminated from the Copa do Brasil 2025 after losing 1-0 to Botafogo-RJ.

• Midfielder Myguel Sousa was called up for the second time to Brazil’s U-15 national team and remains a highlight for the club.

Ceará

• Ceará signed midfielder Vinícius Zanocelo on loan from Santos. He turned down offers from Europe and the Middle East to play in Série A.

• Ceará made a loan offer for Lautaro Díaz, but Cruzeiro rejected it, insisting on a permanent transfer.

• Bruno Tubarão received an offer from Persija Jakarta, but despite the club facilitating the move, the player’s desire to stay may block the deal. Persija debuts in Liga 1 this Sunday.

Corinthians

• Palmeiras 0 x 2 Corinthians – Allianz Parque – Copa do Brasil Round of 16

• Former Flamengo player Vitinho was offered to Corinthians; negotiations have begun due to his free-agent status.

• Corinthians earned R$10.6 million by qualifying for the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals.

• After the win over Palmeiras, Memphis Depay, Carrillo, and Yuri Alberto left injured. Coach Dorival Júnior stated Depay’s injury is the most concerning.

Cruzeiro

• CRB and Cruzeiro face off for a Copa do Brasil quarterfinal spot today at 9 p.m., after a draw in the first leg. Winner advances; a draw leads to penalties.

• Cruzeiro aims to overcome past Copa do Brasil eliminations and reach the quarterfinals for the first time in six years, reinforcing finances and a strong 2025 season.

• Cruzeiro is expected to repeat the lineup that beat Botafogo, with all starters available for coach Leonardo Jardim.

Flamengo

• Atlético-MG 0 x 1 Flamengo – Atlético-MG’s home – Copa do Brasil

• Despite being eliminated on penalties, Flamengo played well under Filipe Luís, but poor choices in the first leg cost them the spot.

• Flamengo’s Copa do Brasil exit involved lineup mistakes, individual errors, and questionable penalty decisions, including picking Wallace Yan as the final kicker.

• Filipe Luís defended Wallace Yan after the shootout loss and responded to criticism about the team’s form since the Club World Cup.

Fluminense

• Fluminense 1 (3) x (2) 1 Internacional – Fluminense’s home – Copa do Brasil

• Santiago Moreno refused to play for Portland Timbers against América-MEX and returned to Colombia, expressing frustration with the club. His transfer to Fluminense is on hold due to Portland’s resistance.

• Fluminense eliminated Internacional with a home draw and away win, reaching the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals and earning R$14.1 million in prize money—breaking seasonal revenue records.

• Coach Renato Gaúcho plans to use youth players against Bahia in the Brasileirão due to injuries and fatigue, giving chances to youngsters like Davi Schuindt and Júlio Fidélis.

Fortaleza

• Fortaleza officially signed goalkeeper Helton Leite (34) for R$1.9 million, with a contract until December 2026, fulfilling coach Renato Paiva’s request amid injuries to João Ricardo and Brenno.

• Midfielder Yeison Guzmán (27) was signed until the end of 2027. He comes from Torpedo-RUS and previously stood out at Tolima.

• Fortaleza drew 1-1 with Flamengo in the 13th round of the U-17 Brasileiro, reaching 17 points and 15th place. Next match is against leaders Palmeiras on the 25th at 3 p.m.

Grêmio

• Under coach Mano Menezes, Grêmio continues to struggle defensively, conceding 22 goals in 21 matches—similar numbers to Quinteros’ tenure.

• Grêmio is negotiating a loan for Carballo to Portland Timbers; the player has yet to feature since returning from the USA.

Internacional

• Fluminense 1 x 1 Internacional – Fluminense’s home – Copa do Brasil

• Internacional was eliminated after a draw with Fluminense, marked by tactical errors from Roger Machado and defensive mistakes.

• Roger Machado took full responsibility for the elimination and defended Ronaldo after a key error.

• Internacional fans criticized Roger Machado and demanded his resignation after Ronaldo’s mistake in the Copa Betano do Brasil.

Juventude

• Juventude’s advisory board called an extraordinary meeting for 08/12/2025 at 6:30 p.m. at Alfredo Jaconi stadium to present and discuss the proposal from Five Eleven Capital.

• Coach Thiago Carpini returns with the mission of avoiding relegation in Série A, focusing on mental balance, defensive solidity, and unlocking the squad’s full potential with maturity and creativity.

Mirassol

• Alesson celebrated his first goal for Mirassol in a win over Vasco and praised the team’s great form, now in the Brasileirão’s G-6.

• Seven of Mirassol’s 10 goals since the league resumed came from or were assisted by transfer window signings like Chico da Costa (4 goals in 5 matches), Alesson, and Carlos Eduardo.

Palmeiras

• Palmeiras 0 x 2 Corinthians – Allianz Parque – Copa do Brasil Round of 16

• Right-back Khellven was officially registered and is set to debut against Ceará on Sunday (10).

• Director Anderson Barros confirmed the search for a replacement for Richard Ríos (sold to Benfica), noting Lucas Evangelista’s arrival fits that plan.

• After elimination to Corinthians, Abel Ferreira denied sarcasm, emphasized the need for support, but now faces uncertainty about his future at Palmeiras.

Santos

• Diego Pituca (32) ended his contract with Santos and signed with V-Varen Nagasaki in Japan.

• Midfielder Vinícius Zanocelo (24) was loaned to Ceará with a purchase option, after failed negotiations with European clubs.

• Defender Samuel Lima (18) was permanently transferred to Atlético-MG; Santos retained 30% of his economic rights.

São Paulo

• See Palmeiras section (same match: Palmeiras 0 x 2 Corinthians).

• Arboleda left the match against Athletico due to a thigh injury and will undergo tests.

• São Paulo’s early exits in competitions have created a R$31.8 million deficit in 2025.

• Alan Franco’s injury causes further concern for a squad already lacking depth.

Sport Recife

• Enrico Ambrogini stated that despite the Série A crisis, Sport is financially stable and will not delay wages even if relegated. He added that recent signings aim for the future, not just Série B.

• Right-back Hereda has been out since July with pubalgia and still feels pain after intensive treatment. The club is considering surgery and has already signed Aderlan as a replacement.

• Sport beat Americano-MA 5–1 in the Copa do Nordeste U-20 debut, with Arthur Maron scoring twice. Their next match is against Vitória-BA on the 14th.

Vasco

• Coach Fernando Diniz completed preparation for the decisive Copa do Brasil match vs. CSA, missing João Victor (suspended) and GB (injured). The match is Thursday at 8 p.m. at São Januário.

• Vasco reached a verbal agreement to loan Carlos Andrés Gómez until the 2026 World Cup, with a mandatory purchase clause of €4–5 million if targets are met. Diniz played a key role in negotiations.

• Girona showed interest in left-back Lucas Piton, who holds an EU passport and could replace Miguel Gutiérrez (Napoli target).

Vitória

• Vitória awaits registration of right-back Ramon (on loan from Internacional until 2025), with a €1.5 million purchase option. He completed medicals and could debut vs. São Paulo.

• Right-back Raúl Cáceres suffered a grade 2 muscle injury and is sidelined indefinitely. He was already suspended for the match vs. São Paulo.

• Vitória extended Lucas Lohan’s loan (19 years old) until 2026. The attacking midfielder has 8 goals in 18 youth matches and is under evaluation by the senior team.