The Copa do Brasil, kicks off today, Tuesday the 20th and this year’s edition promises an intriguing mix of underdogs and footballing powerhouses. You will get a taste of this experience on today’s opening day matches where at 4:30 pm Porto Velho-RO face off against Remo-PA and 8:00 pm, Nova Venécia-ES clash with Botafogo-SP.
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As the tournament progresses into this and next week, the spotlight intensifies on Serie A’s elite — Cruzeiro, Corinthians, Fortaleza, Bahia, Vasco, Internacional, Juventude, Atlético Goianiense, and Criciúma. These titans will navigate through the treacherous waters of the competition, aiming to prevent getting kicked out by the underdogs who will, no doubt, put up a fight.
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Quick facts about the Copa do Brasil
Financial incentives further raise the stakes, with participating teams receiving a tiered payout based on their league standing. Here are few things you should know:
– Serie A Clubs: Receive 1.47 million reais.
– Serie B Clubs: Receive 1.31 million reais.
– Other Participating Teams: Receive 787,500 reais.
– Advancement Bonus: Teams moving to the second phase receive increased payouts, boosting the competition’s appeal.
Also, the schedule unfolds with precision and anticipation, laid out over the coming months:
- First phase: February 21st or 28th;
- Second phase: March 6th or 13th;
- Third phase: May 1st or 22nd;
- Round of 16: July 31st or August 7th;
- Quarterfinals: August 28th or September 12th;
- Semifinals: October 2nd or 17th;
- Final: 3rd or 10th November
Top 10 Copa do Brasil matches in February
For those who live by the calendar, here are top 10 matches to look forward to in the first phase and the remaining days in February:
- Match: Porto Velho-RO x Remo-PA
Date: Tuesday, 20th
Time: 4:30 pm - Match: Nova Venécia-ES x Botafogo-SP
Date: Tuesday, 20th
Time: 8:00 pm - Match: Sousa-PB x Cruzeiro
Date: Wednesday, 21st
Time: 7:15 pm - Match: Moto Club-MA x Bahia
Date: Wednesday, 21st
Time: 8:00 pm - Match: Independente-AP x Amazonas
Date: Wednesday, 21st
Time: 8:30 pm - Match: União-MT x Atlético-GO
Date: Wednesday, 21st
Time: 9:30 pm – Amazon Prime - Match: Cianorte-PR x Corinthians
Date: Thursday, 22nd
Time: 8:00 pm - Match: Marcílio Dias-SC x Vasco
Date: Tuesday, 27th
Time: 9:30 pm - Match: Operário-MT x Criciúma
Date: Wednesday, 28th
Time: 9:30 pm - Match: Fluminense-PI x Fortaleza
Date: Thursday, 29th
Time: 8:00 pm
This guide isn’t just for fans; it highlights the intense competition and unexpected joy of the Copa do Brasil. Every game tells a story of underdogs, top teams, and football’s unpredictable nature, creating a mix of excitement, drama, and national pride.
