Copa do Brasil Semi-Finals: Schedule, Kick-Off Times, and Team Form
The 2025 Copa do Brasil is reaching its exciting semifinals stage, featuring Corinthians, Cruzeiro, Fluminense, and Vasco. These four clubs are vying for the prestigious trophy, with significant prize money on the line.
Copa do Brasil Semi-Finals: Key Schedule and Kick-Off Times
The semifinals feature two-legged matches. The first fixtures have already begun, while the second leg will determine the finalists.
Match Schedule
- Wednesday, November 10th: 9:30 PM (Brasília time) – Cruzeiro vs. Corinthians at Mineirão
- Thursday, November 11th: 8:00 PM (Brasília time) – Vasco vs. Fluminense at Maracanã
- Sunday, November 14th:
- 6:00 PM (Brasília time) – Corinthians vs. Cruzeiro at Neo Química Arena
- 8:30 PM (Brasília time) – Fluminense vs. Vasco at Maracanã
The finals are scheduled for December 17th and 21st, with the grand finale expected to take place at Maracanã.
Financial Stakes and Prize Money
All four semifinalists have already secured a significant prize of R$ 9,922,500 each for their progression. However, that’s just a fraction of the total rewards available. The winner of the Copa do Brasil will receive R$ 77.1 million, while the runner-up will take home R$ 33 million.
It is noteworthy that if either Cruzeiro or Fluminense emerges victorious, Botafogo, currently sixth in the Brasileirão, will qualify for the group stage of the 2026 Conmebol Libertadores.
Team Form and Current Status
As the semifinals unfold, the participating teams are in varying forms:
- Fluminense: Currently the most in-form team, unbeaten in seven matches with five wins and two draws. Coach Luis Zubeldía has the team aiming for a title, despite missing forward Canobbio due to suspension. Top scorer Cano is also recovering from an injury.
- Vasco da Gama: Facing challenges, having lost seven of their last eight matches in the Brasileirão. Fans are concerned as they also face a setback with left-back Lucas Piton injured.
- Cruzeiro: Finished third in the Brasileirão and has had fewer matches this season, which might benefit their performance. However, they are without suspended forward Wanderson for the first leg.
- Corinthians: Reaching their fourth consecutive Copa do Brasil semifinal but struggling with form, not winning in their last four matches and finishing 13th in the Brasileirão. They might lack key players due to injury, with midfielder Garro and forward Yuri Alberto as doubtful.
As the focus sharpens on these anticipated matchups, fans eagerly await which teams will advance to the prestigious finals of the Copa do Brasil.
