Palmeiras leads Vasco 1-0 in Copa do Brasil semifinal first leg

Palmeiras secured a 1-0 victory over Vasco at Nubank Park in the first leg of the Copa do Brasil semifinal on November 1. Maurício scored the solitary goal in the 24th minute as Palmeiras controlled much of the match. The game featured two controversial incidents, including a penalty appeal from Vasco and a red card issued to Saldívia in the second half. The return leg is scheduled for November 8 at São Januário, where Palmeiras will advance with a draw, while Vasco must win by at least two goals to progress.

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