The fifth encounter between Atlético and Flamengo in the history of the Copa do Brasil was decided by penalties.

After Galo triumphed at Maracanã, the Rubro-Negro got their revenge at Arena MRV by winning by the same score: 1-0 on Wednesday night (6).

It was Atlético who came out on top in the penalty shootout (4-3) and qualified for the quarterfinals of the 2025 edition of the tournament in front of 38,873 spectators.

Each goalkeeper saved a penalty, Wallace Yan sent his shot over the bar, and Everson secured the celebration for the alvinegro side.

Which earned them a prize of R$ 4.7 million.

Bets and advantage erased

Filipe Luís surprised everyone by betting on Wallace Yan and Cebolinha in the starting eleven.

Flamengo controlled the action in the opening minutes against a very defensive Atlético.

And it was the Rubro-Negro who took the lead at the 20-minute mark after a precise pass from Plata to Cebolinha, who got past Natanael and scored.

Galo only posed a threat in the first half when Hulk tried his luck from outside the box and in a good move that ended with Scarpa taking a shot.

A partial victory for the team that had more connections and inspiration on the field.

Attempts and… penalties

Galo came back for the second half with a more offensive approach.

With Scarpa even hitting the crossbar.

The persistent Hulk almost became the protagonist with an unlikely shot. But then, mishit the rebound from Rossi.

Filipe Luís and Cuca made more changes.

The game became more open. And increasingly tense.

But without any real goal chances.

Everson makes the difference again

Arrascaeta took his penalty well. Everson guessed the right corner, but couldn’t reach the ball (0-1).

Hulk didn’t let Rossi steal the spotlight, sending the Argentine the wrong way (1-1).

Jorginho also gave Everson no chance (1-2).

Scarpa showed his class as well. Rossi guessed the right way, but had no chance (2-2).

Saúl converted his. Once again, a shot with no chance for the keeper (2-3).

Junior Alonso was stopped by Rossi (2-3).

Samuel Lino saw Everson make the difference (2-3).

Igor Gomes took Rossi out of the picture to equalize (3-3).

Wallace Yan sent his shot over the bar (3-3).

And Everson put Galo through (4-3). Once again deciding a penalty shootout – just like in the Sudamericana.

Atlético now awaits the draw for the quarterfinal matchups, which will take place next Tuesday (12).

Both teams will be back in action over the weekend.

On Saturday (8), the Rubro-Negro will host Mirassol.

On Sunday (9), Galo will be away against Vasco at São Januário.

Both matches are part of the 19th round of the Brasileirão.

Photo: Pedro Souza / Atlético

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