Santos FC defeats Cuiabá in Copa do Brasil U-20 penalty shootout

Santos FC advanced to the second round of the Copa do Brasil U-20 tournament on Thursday after securing a penalty shootout victory over Cuiabá at CT Rei Pelé. The match ended in a 1-1 draw during regulation time, with Contreras scoring for Santos in the fourth minute before Mansano equalized for Cuiabá late in the second half. Following the draw, Santos converted four penalties through Rodrigo Cézar, Diego Matos, Guilherme Cruz, and Pepê Fermino to claim a 4-3 shootout win. Goalkeeper João Pedro recorded a key save during the shootout to ensure the result for his side. Santos FC now moves on to face Palmeiras in the next stage of the competition. The date for the upcoming match against Palmeiras remains to be confirmed.

• 6:50 AMYahoo Sports — After penalties, Santos FC reach Copa do Brasil U20 second round