# Vasco cup runs advance amid relegation struggles > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/vasco-da-gama-2026-match-logistics > Updated: 2026-09-06T22:30:00.000Z. Sources: 253. Developments: 13. Vasco da Gama continues its deep runs in knockout competitions while struggling to avoid relegation in the Brasileirão. In the Copa do Brasil, a 0-0 draw in the first leg at the Maracanã on 2 August was followed by a 3-1 victory on 7 August, securing Vasco’s place in the quarter-finals. However, the match resulted in a serious injury for Fluminense’s top scorer, John Kennedy, who suffered a ruptured ACL and is expected to undergo surgery, likely sidelining him for the remainder of the season. In the quarterfinals, Vasco secured a 1-0 victory against Vitória in the first leg at São Januário via an Andrés Gómez goal. Despite playing with ten men for over 80 minutes following a controversial red card for Cauan Barros, Vasco maintained their lead. In the second leg at the Barradão, Vasco secured a 2-0 victory with goals from Andrés Gómez and Puma Rodríguez, advancing to the semifinals with a 3-0 aggregate score. This victory marks Vasco’s third consecutive appearance in the tournament's semifinals. The Copa do Brasil semifinals have been finalized, featuring Palmeiras, Vasco da Gama, Atlético Mineiro, and Grêmio. The matchups are set for November: Palmeiras will face Vasco, and Atlético Mineiro will play Grêmio. To determine the order of home-field advantage for the first and second legs, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) will hold a draw in Rio de Janeiro. The semifinal matches are tentatively scheduled for November 1 and November 8. Under new regulations, both finalists will secure spots in the following year's Copa Libertadores, with the champion receiving direct entry into the group stage and the runner-up entering the qualifying phase. Financial rewards for the remaining clubs are significant. Each of the four semifinalists has accumulated R$ 18 million in total prize money. ## Claims - Thiago Mendes scored the only goal at the 39th minute of the second half. (disputed by 13 sources) - Thiago Mendes scored the decisive goal at the 85th minute. (disputed by 8 sources) - Vasco held 51 % possession and limited Fluminense to 12 shots, six on target, while Vasco managed six shots total. (disputed) - Vasco had 51 % possession and 12 shots on goal, while Fluminense had six shots. (disputed) - Vasco da Gama defeated Independiente Medellín 1‑0 in the second leg of the Copa Sudamericana playoff on 29 July 2026 at São Januário, Rio de Janeiro. (corroborated by 16 sources) - Vasco da Gama will face Club Olimpia of Paraguay in the next round. (corroborated by 15 sources) - The aggregate score after both legs was 3‑2 in favor of Vasco da Gama. (corroborated by 13 sources) - It was Pedro Emanuel's first victory as head coach of Vasco da Gama. (corroborated by 13 sources) - The win qualified Vasco da Gama for the round of 16 of the Copa Sudamericana. (corroborated by 12 sources) - Vasco da Gama and Fluminense drew 0‑0 in the first leg of the Copa do Brasil round of 16 on 2 August 2026 at the Maracanã. (corroborated by 9 sources) - Fluminense attacker John Kennedy suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury in his right knee during the match against Vasco. (corroborated by 7 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-06: Football schedule features Série B leaders and Champions League matches Major football fixtures scheduled for September 7-8, 2026, include a Série B leadership battle between Criciúma and Juventude, Champions League clashes, and Copa do Brasil semifinal preparations. 16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cbf-to-draw-copa-do-brasil-semifinal-home-field-advantage ### 2026-09-04: Copa do Brasil semifinalists: Atlético-MG, Grêmio, Palmeiras, and Vasco Atlético-MG, Grêmio, Palmeiras, and Vasco have reached the Copa do Brasil semifinals, securing R$ 18 million each in prize money and a chance at Copa Libertadores qualification. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/copa-do-brasil-semifinalists-atltico-mg-grmio-palmeiras-and-vasco ### 2026-09-02: Copa do Brasil semifinals set with Palmeiras, Vasco, Grêmio, and Atlético-MG The Copa do Brasil semifinals are set with Palmeiras, Vasco, Atlético-MG, and Grêmio advancing. Matches include Palmeiras vs. Vasco and Atlético-MG vs. Grêmio. 123 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/copa-do-brasil-quarterfinals-palmeiras-and-vasco-hold-advantages ### 2026-08-27: Vasco da Gama defeats Vitória 1-0 in Copa do Brasil quarterfinals Vasco da Gama defeated Vitória 1-0 in the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals first leg, overcoming an early red card to take a narrow advantage into the second leg. 46 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vasco-da-gama-and-cruzeiro-face-off-in-srie-a-clash ### 2026-08-24: Vasco defeats Vitória 1-0 in Copa do Brasil quarterfinals opener Vasco defeated Vitória 1-0 in the first leg of the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals at São Januário, despite playing with ten men following an early red card for Cauan Barros. 57 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vasco-and-palmeiras-to-face-off-in-campeonato-brasileiro-sub-20-final ### 2026-08-19: Copa Sudamericana quarter-finals set as Vasco and Cienciano advance Seven quarter-final spots in the Copa Sudamericana are filled. Vasco da Gama and Cienciano advanced after decisive wins, joining São Paulo, Atlético Mineiro, Santos, Boca Juniors, and Montevideo City Torque. 68 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/olimpia-and-vasco-face-off-in-copa-sul-americana-decisive-leg ### 2026-08-13: Vasco and Olimpia draw 0-0 in Copa Sudamericana first leg Vasco da Gama and Olimpia drew 0-0 in the first leg of the Copa Sudamericana round of 16, leaving the tie open ahead of the second leg in Paraguay. 30 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/olimpia-and-vasco-da-gama-face-off-in-copa-sudamericana-round-of-16 ### 2026-08-07: Fluminense striker John Kennedy suffers ACL injury in Vasco loss Fluminense striker John Kennedy faces surgery after an ACL injury sustained during Vasco da Gama's 3-1 Copa do Brasil victory. Vasco also plans a R$ 120 million training center upgrade amid relegation struggles 16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vasco-da-gama-reaches-copa-do-brasil-quarterfinals-amid-league-woes-and-player-challenges ### 2026-08-02: Vasco and Fluminense draw 0-0 in Copa do Brasil round of 16 Vasco and Fluminense drew 0‑0 in the Copa do Brasil round of 16 first leg; Vasco held 51% possession, Fluminense recorded five straight draws, and the match’s referee was Wilton Pereira Sampaio. 24 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vasco-and-fluminense-draw-0-0-in-copa-do-brasil-round-of-16 ### 2026-07-29: Vasco da Gama beats Independiente Medellín 1‑0 to reach Copa Sudamericana round of 16 Vasco da Gama beat Independiente Medellín 1‑0 (aggregate 3‑2) at São Januário, advancing to the Copa Sudamericana round of 16; Thiago Mendes scored late, and Pedro Emanuel earned his first win. 50 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vasco-da-gama-vs-independiente-medelln-second-leg-copa-sudamericana-clash ### 2026-07-27: Vasco da Gama draws 1-1 with Mirassol, prepares for Copa Sudamericana and Copa do Brasil ties Vasco da Gama tied 1-1 with Mirassol and now turns its focus to a Copa Sudamericana showdown with Independiente Medellín and upcoming Copa do Brasil ties against Fluminense. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vasco-da-gama-draws-1-1-with-mirassol-prepares-for-copa-sudamericana-and-copa-do-brasil-ties ### 2026-07-21: Vasco da Gama draws 2-2 with Independiente Medellín in Copa Sudamericana playoff Vasco da Gama and Independiente Medellín drew 2‑2 in the Copa Sudamericana first leg in Medellín; a second leg in Rio will decide who faces Olimpia. 41 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vasco-da-gama-opens-press-accreditation-for-sudamericana-playoff-match-vs-independiente-medelln ### 2026-07-20: Vasco da Gama opens ticket sales for 2026 Brasileiro match vs Mirassol Vasco da Gama starts ticket sales on 20 July for its 25 July 2026 Brasileiro match against Mirassol at São Januário, with early access for members, various price tiers and required facial‑recognition entry. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vasco-da-gama-opens-ticket-sales-for-2026-brasileiro-match-vs-mirassol --- Cite as: Vasco cup runs advance amid relegation struggles. 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