# Palmeiras advances to Copa do Brasil semifinals > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/palmeiras-2026-football-season > Updated: 2026-09-03T03:12:39.000Z. Sources: 158. Developments: 6. Palmeiras advanced to the Copa do Brasil semifinals following the second leg at Vila Belmiro on 2 September 2026. Despite a 3-0 lead from the first leg, Palmeiras had to withstand pressure from Santos, who maintained 57% possession and recorded 14 shots. However, a solid defensive performance led by goalkeeper Carlos Miguel and defender Murilo allowed Palmeiras to neutralize the Santos attack and secure their progression. During the match, Santos suffered a setback when Neymar, who had been rested in the first leg, was forced to leave the game due to muscle pain. With the quarter-final victory secured, Palmeiras is scheduled to face Vasco in the semifinals in November. The club will now shift its focus to the Campeonato Brasileiro against Botafogo and the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals against LDU. ## Claims - Gustavo Gómez suffered a posterior thigh muscle injury and will miss the match against Fortaleza. (disputed by 8 sources) - Paulinho returned to training and is available for selection for the match against Fortaleza. (disputed by 7 sources) - Paulinho suffered an adductor injury and will miss upcoming matches. (disputed by 5 sources) - Gustavo Gómez is progressing in his right‑thigh injury recovery and may be available for the second leg. (disputed by 3 sources) - Palmeiras won the first leg 3‑0 against Fortaleza at Nubank Parque. (corroborated by 20 sources) - Palmeiras lost the second leg 3‑2 to Fortaleza at Arena Pantanal. (corroborated by 20 sources) - Palmeiras advanced to the Copa do Brasil quarter‑finals on a 5‑3 aggregate. (corroborated by 20 sources) - Flaco López and Murilo scored for Palmeiras in the second leg. (corroborated by 20 sources) - Miritello, Rodriguinho and Lucas Emanuel scored for Fortaleza in the second leg. (corroborated by 20 sources) - The quarter‑final opponent will be decided by a CBF draw on the following Tuesday in Rio de Janeiro. (corroborated by 20 sources) - Coach Abel Ferreira rotated the squad, giving playing time to youngsters such as Benedetti, Arthur and Riquelme Fillipi. (corroborated by 14 sources) - Abel Ferreira is the head coach of Palmeiras. (corroborated by 10 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-03: Palmeiras reaches Copa do Brasil semifinals after Santos draw Palmeiras advances to the Copa do Brasil semifinals after a tactical victory against Santos, despite Neymar being forced off with a muscle injury. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/palmeiras-reaches-copa-do-brasil-semifinals-after-santos-draw ### 2026-08-26: Palmeiras defeats Santos 3-0 in Copa do Brasil quarterfinals Palmeiras defeated Santos 3-0 in the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals, with Flaco López scoring twice. Santos faces a difficult task in the return leg following the absence of Neymar. 104 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/palmeiras-and-santos-face-off-in-copa-do-brasil-quarterfinals ### 2026-08-05: Palmeiras reaches Copa do Brasil quarterfinals despite 3-2 loss to Fortaleza Palmeiras advanced to the Copa do Brasil quarter‑finals on a 5‑3 aggregate after a 3‑2 loss to Fortaleza, thanks to a 3‑0 first‑leg win. 46 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/palmeiras-to-host-fortaleza-in-copa-do-brasil-roundof16-second-leg-at-cuiab ### 2026-08-02: Palmeiras beats Fortaleza 3-0, clinches Copa do Brasil advantage Palmeiras beat Fortaleza 3‑0, securing a three‑goal lead in the Copa do Brasil; the second leg moves to Cuiabá, and Paulinho and Khellven are sidelined with thigh injuries. 39 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/palmeiras-beats-fortaleza-3-0-to-lead-copa-do-brasil-round-of-16 ### 2026-07-31: Palmeiras hosts Fortaleza in Copa do Brasil round‑of‑16 clash Palmeiras hosts Fortaleza on 2 Aug 2026 at Nubank Parque in a Copa do Brasil round‑of‑16 tie; broadcast live, Palmeiras missing key defenders but regain Paulinho, Fortaleza stress focus. 38 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/luis-guilherme-revives-career-at-sporting-after-west-ham-stint ### 2026-07-16: Palmeiras Sub‑20 beats Corinthians to reach Brazilian semifinal Palmeiras Sub‑20 beat Corinthians 3‑1 (4‑1 agg.) in the quarter‑finals, with Felipe Teresa scoring twice, advancing to face Red Bull Bragantino in the semifinals. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/palmeiras-1-1-draw-with-unio-so-joo-in-training-match-vitor-roque-makes-comeback --- Cite as: Palmeiras advances to Copa do Brasil semifinals. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/palmeiras-2026-football-season