GOLAZONEWSPalmeiras take first-leg lead over Vasco in Copa do Brasil semi-final
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- Palmeiras secured a 1-0 victory against Vasco in the first leg of the semi-final.
- Maurício scored the only goal of the match at Nubank Parque.
- The deciding return leg is scheduled for Sunday at São Januário.
Palmeiras edged past Vasco with a 1-0 win in the first leg of their 2026 Copa do Brasil semi-final tie at Nubank Parque. The decisive moment came from midfielder Maurício, whose goal secured the advantage for Abel Ferreira's side.
Despite the defeat, Vasco manager Pedro Emanuel expressed confidence in his squad's ability to compete, while player Sosa noted that the series remains open given the team's performance under difficult conditions. Vasco faced additional challenges during the match, including a red card for Saldivia.
The return leg is set for next Sunday at São Januário, where Vasco will look to overturn the deficit to reach the final.