The away team comes to this stage of the Copa do Brasil (8th Finals) after havinf played in the previous rounds against: Vasco da Gama, Atlético GO, América RN and Altos. This is a team that usually makes good use of the home advantage, stronger with the help of its supporters, since in the last 30 matches they register 4 wins, 6 draws and 5 losses in away matches, with 21 goals scored and 18 conceded; against 13 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss at their stadium, with 31 goals scored and 7 conceded. In their last match, for the Serie A, they got a home win against Vasco da Gama by (3‑0). In the last 10 away matches Santos has won 1, tied 5 and lost 4. Their offense has scored consistently, as they have scored goals in 5 of the last 6 matches for this competition. In 15 matches, they have conceded the first goal 5 times and have never been able to turn the score around. In the last 15 away matches for all competitions there is 1 period that stands out: they have conceded 6 of their 17 goals between minutes (0'‑15').

Santos dream of the title of this competition, because they want to return to the Copa Libertadores. This will not be an easy duel, however the visitors have total conditions to leave the field with a good result. Santos are expected to apply a strong mark in the field, thus trying to neutralize the moves of attacks of the hosts. By playing at home in the second leg, a draw in this first duel will already be something very celebrated. The coach should not have major absences for this game.

Confirmed Lineup: Everson, F. Aguilar, Victor Ferraz, Lucas Verissimo, Jorge, Diego Pituca, Gustavo Henrique, Jean Lucas, Jean Mota, D. González, Rodrygo.
Coach: J. Sampaoli.