# Copa do Brasil 2026: Atlético-MG advances to semifinals > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/copa-do-brasil-2026-quarterfinals > Updated: 2026-08-31T14:00:58.000Z. Sources: 55. Developments: 3. Atlético-MG has secured a spot in the Copa do Brasil semifinals following a 2-1 comeback victory against Cruzeiro at the Arena MRV. This result follows a 1-1 draw in the first leg at the Mineirão, resulting in a 3-2 aggregate score in favor of Atlético-MG. In the decisive second leg, Cruzeiro took an early lead in the 30th minute via a Kaio Jorge penalty following a foul by Vitão. However, the match shifted in favor of Atlético-MG after Cruzeiro’s Lucas Villalba was sent off in the second half after receiving a second yellow card. Capitalizing on the numerical advantage, Atlético-MG intensified their pressure. Victor Hugo equalized in the 77th minute following an assist from Fred, and Fred netted the winner in the 88th minute, marking his first goal for the club. The victory extends Atlético-MG's unbeaten streak to 14 matches. For Cruzeiro, the elimination represents both a sporting setback and a significant financial loss, as the club misses out on potential prize money from both the Copa do Brasil and the Libertadores. The match was marked by several incidents noted in the referee's official report. Beyond the previously reported vandalism in the visiting sector, new details indicate that objects were thrown at players during celebrations and match balls disappeared in the final minutes. There were also allegations of the Atlético-MG president attempting to intimidate the officiating crew. Following the match, Cruzeiro’s Matheus Pereira criticized the officiating, suggesting the red card for Villalba ‘unfairly conditioned’ the match outcome. The series was preceded by legal tension regarding a first-leg collision between Kaio Jorge and Ruan Tressoldi; while Atlético-MG’s counsel described the incident as a ‘tentativa de homicídio’ (attempted homicide) or a ‘deliberate aggression,’ the STJD allowed Jorge to play after converting his suspension into a warning. ## Claims - The STJD 5th Disciplinary Commission judged Kaio Jorge on Monday. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The STJD 5th Disciplinary Commission judged Kaio Jorge on Monday, August 31. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The court converted a one-match suspension into a warning. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Kaio Jorge is cleared to play for Cruzeiro in the Copa do Brasil match against Atlético-MG. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The STJD prosecution charged the striker under Article 254 of the CBJD for a violent play. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Medical exams for Ruan Tressoldi showed no structural injury to the spine or skull. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The STJD issued a one-match suspension for Kaio Jorge but converted it into a warning. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Kaio Jorge was denounced under Article 254 of the Brazilian Code of Sports Justice for a violent play. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Medical exams for Ruan Tressoldi ruled out structural injuries to the spine or skull. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Vic Albuquerque scored the winning goal for Corinthians in the 50th minute of the second half. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Corinthians defeated Cruzeiro 1-0 in the first leg of the Brasileirão Feminino quarterfinals. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The match took place at Arena Independência in Minas Gerais. (corroborated by 2 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-31: Atlético-MG defeats Cruzeiro to reach Copa do Brasil semifinals Atlético Mineiro defeated Cruzeiro 2-1 in the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals, advancing to the semifinals after a second-half comeback following a red card. 54 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kaio-jorge-cleared-by-stjd-to-play-cruzeiro-in-copa-do-brasil ### 2026-08-27: Cruzeiro and Atlético-MG draw 1-1 in Copa do Brasil quarterfinal Cruzeiro and Atlético-MG drew 1-1 in the first leg of the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals, a high-intensity match that resulted in several player injuries, including defender Ruan Tressoldi. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cruzeiro-and-atltico-mg-draw-1-1-in-copa-do-brasil-quarterfinal-1 ### 2026-08-07: Copa do Brasil 2026 quarterfinal draw set for Aug 11 CBF will draw the Copa do Brasil 2026 quarterfinals on 11 Aug in Rio, setting matchups for Atlético‑MG, Santos, Cruzeiro, Grêmio, Vasco, Palmeiras, Internacional and Vitória; first legs 26 Aug, second legs 3 S 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/copa-do-brasil-2026-quarterfinal-draw-set-for-aug-11 --- Cite as: Copa do Brasil 2026: Atlético-MG advances to semifinals. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/copa-do-brasil-2026-quarterfinals