Botafogo RJ and Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama played out a 1-1 draw in the second leg on September 12, 2025, resulting in a 2-2 aggregate tie that was decided by away goals or penalties. In another tense Rio derby, Botafogo, playing at home, aimed to use their away goal advantage from the first leg. The match followed a similar pattern, with both teams scoring once, meaning the aggregate score remained level. With away goals likely counting double or the match going straight to penalties, the tie was decided by the finest of margins. The dramatic conclusion provided a fitting end to a fiercely contested cup clash between two historic rivals, with one team advancing amidst heartbreak for the other. The result underscores the unpredictable and thrilling nature of knockout football in Brazil.