Cruzeiro qualifies for Copa do Brasil quarters after win over Chapecoense
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 11:58 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Cruzeiro secured a place in the Copa do Brasil quarter-finals with a victory against Chapecoense on August 5 at Mineirão. Following a 0-0 draw in the first leg, Cruzeiro took the lead in the second leg with a goal from Matheus Henrique, who suffered a broken nose during the play but continued to celebrate. Max of Chapecoense was sent off before halftime following a VAR-reviewed foul. Kaio Jorge later sealed the win with a penalty late in the match.
- •Matheus Henrique scored while sustaining a nose injury.
- •Max received a red card before halftime for Chapecoense.
- •Kaio Jorge converted a penalty to finalize the result.
- •The first leg ended in a 0-0 draw.
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"Cruzeiro have qualified for the Copa do Brasil quarter-finals.The spot was secured this Wednesday (5) with a win over Chapecoense at Mineirão in the second leg of the tie.In the first leg, the teams ...
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