Vila Nova delivered a dominant performance, thrashing Rio Branco VN 6-0 in the Brazilian Cup on March 14, 2025. This resounding victory at the Estadio Onésio Brasileiro Alvarenga propelled Vila Nova into the next round of the competition in emphatic style. The home side was relentless from the first whistle, opening the scoring within ten minutes and adding two more before halftime to take a commanding 3-0 lead. The second half saw no let-up, as Vila Nova continued to press, scoring three more goals, including a spectacular long-range strike and a well-taken penalty. Rio Branco VN was overwhelmed and failed to register a single shot on target throughout the match. The standout performer was Vila Nova's attacking midfielder, who contributed two goals and an assist. The massive win not only secured progression but also served as a major confidence booster for Vila Nova's squad. The Vila Nova manager hailed it as a complete performance, while the Rio Branco coach apologized to the traveling fans for his team's display.