# Copa do Brasil semifinals progress > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/copa-do-brasil-semifinal-between-vasco-and-palmeiras > Updated: 2026-11-01T21:10:00.000Z. Sources: 140. Developments: 4. The Copa do Brasil semifinals commenced on November 1, 2026. In the first leg between Palmeiras and Vasco da Gama at Nubank Parque, Palmeiras secured a 1-0 victory. Maurício scored the decisive goal in the 23rd or 24th minute following a play involving Marlon Freitas. The match was marked by significant officiating controversy. Vasco players and officials protested a non-call on a potential handball by Palmeiras defender Alexander Barboza during a challenge with Alan Lescano, which neither referee Anderson Daronco nor VAR reviewed. Vasco defender Alan Saldivia was also sent off after receiving a second yellow card for a challenge on Vitor Roque. Vasco football director Admar Lopes and president Pedrinho described the officiating as “completely shameful,” alleging a lack of consistency in disciplinary criteria. Following the match, the CBF declined to release the VAR audio, stating the referee interpreted the contact as a natural movement. Palmeiras coach Abel Ferreira stated he would no longer comment on refereeing to avoid further suspensions. The second leg is scheduled for November 8 at São Januário. In the other semifinal matchup, Grêmio defeated Atlético-MG 2-0 in the first leg at the Arena in Porto Alegre. Carlos Vinícius scored for Grêmio in the 10th minute following a long throw from goalkeeper Weverton, and Erick Noriega doubled the lead early in the second half. Despite higher possession, Atlético-MG struggled with clinical finishing. Grêmio defender Gustavo Martins was sent off after receiving a second yellow card. Atlético-MG must win by three or more goals in the second leg at Arena MRV to qualify directly. ## Claims - Palmeiras defeated Vasco 1-0 in the first leg of the Copa do Brasil semifinals. (reported by 10 sources) - Maurício scored the winning goal in the 23rd minute of the first half. (reported by 10 sources) - Referee Anderson Daronco did not award a penalty to Vasco after Alexander Barboza touched the ball with his hand in the area. (reported by 10 sources) - Alan Saldivia was sent off after receiving a second yellow card. (reported by 10 sources) - The second leg of the semifinal will be played at São Januário. (reported by 10 sources) - Palmeiras defeated Vasco da Gama 1-0 in the first leg of the Copa do Brasil semifinals. (reported by 3 sources) - Abel Ferreira stated that he understands the difficulties referees face in Brazilian football. (reported by 2 sources) - Vasco is playing the first leg of the Copa do Brasil semifinal against Palmeiras at Nubank Parque. (reported by 1 source) - Adson will start for Vasco in place of Andrés Gómez. (reported by 1 source) - Vitor Roque will start the match on the bench for Palmeiras. (reported by 1 source) - Vasco president Pedrinho claims the SAF sale process has full legal and technical backing. (reported by 1 source) - Mário Junqueira denied any conflict of interest regarding the purchase of Almirante. (reported by 1 source) ## Timeline ### 2026-11-01: Palmeiras defeats Vasco in Copa do Brasil semifinal first leg Palmeiras leads Vasco 1-0 after the first leg of the Copa do Brasil semifinals, a match marred by refereeing controversies and a red card for Alan Saldivia. 47 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vasco-officials-and-palmeiras-coach-react-to-refereeing-controversy ### 2026-11-01: Grêmio defeats Atlético-MG 2-0 in Copa do Brasil semifinal first leg Grêmio defeated Atlético-MG 2-0 in the first leg of the Copa do Brasil semifinals, taking a commanding lead ahead of the second leg in Belo Horizonte. 48 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/grmio-and-atltico-mg-face-off-in-copa-do-brasil-semifinals ### 2026-10-30: Palmeiras defeats Vasco 1-0 in Copa do Brasil semifinal first leg Palmeiras beat Vasco 1-0 in the first leg of the Copa do Brasil semifinals, with Maurício scoring the winner. Vasco faces a comeback task in the second leg amid officiating controversies. 103 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/palmeiras-prepares-for-copa-do-brasil-semifinal-against-vasco ### 2026-10-30: Vasco chooses São Januário over Maracanã for Copa do Brasil semifinal Vasco da Gama will host Palmeiras at São Januário for the Copa do Brasil semifinal, opting against a Maracanã offer and securing special permission to increase stadium capacity to over 24,000. 18 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maracan-stadium-made-available-to-vasco-for-copa-do-brasil-semifinal --- Cite as: Copa do Brasil semifinals progress. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/copa-do-brasil-semifinal-between-vasco-and-palmeiras