Sport Recife and Athletic Club Clash in Copa do Brasil Showdown
The Ilha do Retiro stadium in Recife will be the battleground tonight, March 17, 2026, as Sport Recife faces off against Athletic Club in the fourth round of the Copa do Brasil. Kick-off is scheduled for 9:30 PM Brasília time.
Road to the Fourth Round
Sport Recife advanced to this stage after a hard-fought victory against Anápolis, decided by a penalty shootout following a 1-1 draw. Athletic Club also navigated a challenging path, eliminating Rio Branco-ES on penalties in the second round and securing a 2-0 win against Ypiranga-RS in the third round.
A History of Champions
The Copa do Brasil boasts a rich history of champions, with Cruzeiro leading the pack with six titles (1993, 1996, 2000, 2003, 2017, and 2018). Grêmio follows closely with five championships (1989, 1994, 1997, 2001, and 2016). Flamengo has also secured five titles (1990, 2006, 2013, 2022, and 2024), tying with Palmeiras (1998, 2012, 2015, and 2020). Corinthians has four titles (1995, 2002, 2009, and 2025), while Atlético-MG has two (2014 and 2021). A number of teams have each won the competition once, including Criciúma (1991), Fluminense (2007), Inter (1992), Juventude (1999), Paulista (2005), Santo André (2004), Santos (2010), Sport (2008), Vasco (2011), Athletico (2019), and São Paulo (2023).
Where to Watch the Match
Fans can catch all the action live on Amazon Prime Video. Availability may vary depending on your streaming service and TV provider.
Match Details at a Glance
- Match: Sport x Athletic
- Date: Tuesday, March 17, 2026
- Time: 9:30 PM (Brasília time)
- Location: Ilha do Retiro, Recife (PE)
- Broadcast: Prime Video
FAQ
Q: Where can I watch Sport x Athletic?
A: The match will be broadcast live on Amazon Prime Video.
Q: What time does the game start?
A: The game starts at 9:30 PM Brasília time.
Q: Where is the match being played?
A: The match is being played at Ilha do Retiro in Recife, Brazil.
Q: How did Sport Recife reach the fourth round?
A: Sport Recife defeated Anápolis in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw.
Q: How did Athletic Club reach the fourth round?
A: Athletic Club eliminated Rio Branco-ES on penalties and defeated Ypiranga-RS 2-0.
*Under the supervision of Marcos Jordão
