GOLAZONEWSPalmeiras reach Copa do Brasil final after penalty shootout win over Vasco
- Palmeiras defeated Vasco on penalties to secure a spot in the Copa do Brasil final.
- Goalkeeper Carlos Miguel saved two spot-kicks to eliminate the Rio de Janeiro side.
- The club will face Grêmio in the final on December 6.
Palmeiras advanced to the 2026 Copa do Brasil final after overcoming Vasco in a penalty shootout at São Januário. The victory marks the 13th final appearance for the team under manager Abel Ferreira. The decisive moment came when goalkeeper Carlos Miguel saved attempts from Andrés Gómez and Lescano, continuing his recent form in high-stakes penalty scenarios.
The match was marked by tension, including a disagreement between Palmeiras defender Gustavo Gómez and military police on the pitch. Additionally, refereeing analyst PC Oliveira stated that Vasco's Gabriel Pereira should have been sent off for a challenge on Jhon Arias, which resulted in only a yellow card.
By reaching the final, Palmeiras secured at least R$ 34 million in prize money. The club is currently navigating a busy schedule, with a Copa Libertadores final against Estudiantes set for November 28 in Montevideo, followed by the Copa do Brasil decider against Grêmio on December 6.