In an exciting round of the Copa do Brasil feminina, several top teams showcased their strength as they advanced to the round of 16. Notable performances included Flamengo’s commanding 6-0 victory over Operário-MS, where Mariana stood out by scoring a hat-trick. The Palmeiras team also delivered a strong performance, defeating Avaí Kindermann 4-0, despite the latter’s historical reputation in the women’s game which is currently under strain.
The Ferroviária team asserted their dominance with a 5-1 win against Coritiba, while Bahia continued their positive momentum this season by edging past Grêmio with a narrow 1-0 victory, courtesy of a goal from Gica. Atlético-MG secured a 2-0 win over Real Brasília, and Realidade Jovem managed to move forward by prevailing in a penalty shootout against Pinda after a 1-1 draw.
The match between Cruzeiro and Corinthians added drama to the evening, as it went to penalties after an equalizer from Isabela in stoppage time canceled out Vic Albuquerque’s opening goal for the Corinthians. In the tense shootout, Corinthians triumphed 4-2 to secure their progression.
This round of matches not only highlighted the competitive nature of the tournament but also the promise of rising talents and the thrill of women’s football in Brazil. As the tournament progresses, fans can look forward to even more exciting clashes.