2025 Copa do Brasil Round of 16 Draw: Matchups, Dates, and Home Advantage!
The CBF has conducted the draw for the 2025 Copa do Brasil Round of 16 — and we’re here to tell you what to expect!
Some fans may have been focused on Carlo Ancelotti’s first training session with the Brazilian National Team or the Libertadores and Sudamericana draws, but there's another big piece of news: the CBF has held the draw for the 2025 Copa do Brasil Round of 16. Teams that have made it this far have already secured a prize of R$ 3.6 million — and those who continue advancing could become hot picks in the Sports Betting world and win even more!
Highlights include a rematch of last year’s final, with Atlético-MG aiming to get revenge on Flamengo. Also, Palmeiras and Corinthians meet again in the knockout stage after facing off in the 2025 Paulistão final. Meanwhile, Fluminense — now coached by Renato Portaluppi — will take on Internacional, led by Roger Machado, both former managers of Grêmio, who were knocked out in the previous round.
Even though matches will only be played between July 29 and August 7, we’ve prepared this guide with everything you need to know about the 2025 Copa do Brasil knockout stage. Check it out:
What Are the Matchups for the 2025 Copa do Brasil Round of 16?
The draw for the Round of 16 not only defined the matchups but also who will play at home in the second leg — with the teams on the right hosting the decisive game. Only four teams are not in the first division: Athletico-PR and CRB play in Serie B, while Retrô and CSA are fighting for promotion in Serie C.
Here are the confirmed Round of 16 clashes for the 2025 Copa do Brasil:
- Athletico-PR vs São Paulo
- Atlético-MG vs Flamengo
- Retrô-PE vs Bahia
- Fluminense vs Internacional
- CRB vs Cruzeiro
- Vasco vs CSA
- Palmeiras vs Corinthians
- Bragantino vs Botafogo
When Will the 2025 Copa do Brasil Round of 16 Be Played?
There’s still some time before the excitement kicks off. First-leg matches will take place between July 29 and 31. The second legs will be held the following week, between August 5 and 7. The full calendar for this stage will be announced soon by the federation.
What’s the Knockout Bracket for the 2025 Copa do Brasil?
The Quarter-Final matchups have not yet been determined. Once the eight teams have qualified, the CBF will hold a new draw to decide both matchups and home advantage.
What Changes in the 2025 Copa do Brasil Round of 16?
Nothing changes — the ties will be decided over two legs, one at each team’s stadium. There are no away goals or extra time. If the aggregate score is level, the tie will go directly to a penalty shootout.
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