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Palmeiras takes lead over Fortaleza in Copa do Brasil quarter-final race

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 8:55 PM

Last updated Aug 2, 2026

Palmeiras takes lead over Fortaleza in Copa do Brasil quarter-final race

Summary

Palmeiras won the first leg against Fortaleza in the Copa do Brasil Round of 16 at Nubank Parque in São Paulo. All goals occurred in the second half, with Maurício opening the scoring, followed by Jhon Arias and Flaco López. Fortaleza struggled in creating opportunities and managed just one shot on target late in the match. The return match will take place on Wednesday at Arena Pantanal in Cuiabá, where Fortaleza opted to sell its home rights.

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•Palmeiras won the first leg 3-0 against Fortaleza.
•Goals came from Maurício, Jhon Arias, and Flaco López.
•Match held at Nubank Parque in São Paulo.
•The second leg will occur on Wednesday at Arena Pantanal.
•Fortaleza had more shots in the first half but could not convert.

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8:55 PMYahoo Sports — Palmeiras beat Fortaleza and take lead in race for quarter-final spot

What they're saying

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Palmeiras took the lead over Fortaleza in the battle for a spot in the next round of the Copa do Brasil this Sunday.Playing at Nubank Parque in São Paulo, the home side won the first leg of the Round...
— Yahoo Sports

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