Copa do Brasil 2025 Semifinals Set for Dramatic Deciders Between Fluminense vs Vasco and Corinthians vs Cruzeiro
Details and key matchups for the Copa do Brasil 2025 semifinal return legs: Fluminense vs Vasco and Corinthians vs Cruzeiro, including schedules, results, and viewing options.
- • Fluminense hosts Vasco in semifinal return leg needing a two-goal win to advance after 1-2 first leg loss.
- • Vasco won first leg with goals from Rayan and Pablo Vegetti and requires only a draw to reach final.
- • Corinthians holds 1-0 first leg lead against Cruzeiro, aiming to secure progression with a draw or win.
- • Both matches take place on December 14, 2025, with wide broadcast availability across Globo, SporTV, Premiere, and Amazon Prime.
Key details
The Copa do Brasil 2025 semifinals will reach a thrilling conclusion with two highly anticipated return legs scheduled for December 14, 2025. Fluminense will host Vasco at Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro at 8:30 PM (Brasília time), needing to overturn a 2-1 deficit from the first leg. Vasco earned a narrow victory with goals from Rayan and Pablo Vegetti overturning Kevin Serna’s early lead for Fluminense. To advance, Vasco requires only a draw or win, while Fluminense must win by two goals or more. The match will be officiated by Wilton Pereira Sampaio and broadcast across multiple platforms including SporTV, Premiere, Globoplay, and Amazon Prime Video.
Meanwhile, Corinthians will face Cruzeiro at Neo Química Arena with a 1-0 advantage from the first leg. Corinthians has the advantage of progressing with a draw but remains focused on securing victory. Under coach Dorival Júnior, the team recently engaged in tactical preparations to maintain their edge. Defender André Ramalho emphasized the importance of performing strongly despite their lead, acknowledging Cruzeiro’s intent to overturn the scoreline. The match will be available on Globo, Premiere, SporTV, and Amazon Prime.
Both semifinals promise intense battles as the teams vie for a coveted spot in the Copa do Brasil final. Vasco and Corinthians enter with slight edges from the first legs but face determined opponents ready to upset the balance. Fans in Brazil can follow live updates and broadcasts to catch all the decisive action.
This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.