# Copa do Nordeste Sub-20 tournament progress

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/copa-do-nordeste-sub-20-tournament-progress
> Updated: 2026-09-12T20:18:43.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Bahia and Fortaleza have advanced to the Copa do Nordeste Sub-20 final. 

In the semifinals held on September 12, 2026, Fortaleza defeated Estrela de Março 3-1 at Arena Cajueiro. In the second semifinal at Joia da Princesa stadium, Bahia eliminated Náutico via a penalty shootout following a 0-0 draw in regulation time. The victory ended Náutico’s undefeated streak in the competition. 

The final matches are expected to occur on September 19 and 26, pending official confirmation from the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF).

## Timeline

### 2026-09-12: Bahia and Fortaleza reach Copa do Nordeste Sub-20 final

Bahia and Fortaleza will face each other in the Copa do Nordeste Sub-20 final after defeating Náutico and Estrela de Março in the semifinals.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bahia-and-fortaleza-reach-copa-do-nordeste-sub-20-final

### 2026-09-08: Bahia defeats Atlético de Alagoinhas 16-0 in Copa do Brasil Sub-20

Bahia's under-20 team secured a historic 16-0 victory over Atlético de Alagoinhas in the Copa do Brasil Sub-20, highlighted by hat-tricks from Ruan Pablo and Dell.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bahia-defeats-atltico-de-alagoinhas-16-0-in-copa-do-brasil-sub-20

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