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Club Athletico Paranaense claims Copa do Brasil title after defeating CR Vasco da Gama

Athletico Paranaense wins their first major title since 2001

Club Athletico Paranaense have won their first major title in over two decades after defeating CR Vasco da Gama in the final of the Copa do Brasil on Wednesday.

The match was played at the Arena da Baixada in Curitiba, and Athletico Paranaense won 3-1 on penalties after the game finished 1-1 after extra time.

Athletico Paranaense dominated the match but missed several chances

Athletico Paranaense dominated the match for long periods and had several chances to win the game in normal time.

However, they were unable to take their chances and the game went into extra time.

Vasco da Gama took the lead in extra time but Athletico Paranaense equalized

Vasco da Gama took the lead in extra time through a goal from Marrony.

However, Athletico Paranaense equalized just minutes later through a goal from Nikão.

Athletico Paranaense won on penalties

The match went to penalties and Athletico Paranaense won 3-1.

Santos missed the first penalty for Vasco da Gama and Athletico Paranaense scored all three of their penalties.

The victory is a major triumph for Athletico Paranaense

The victory is a major triumph for Athletico Paranaense and their manager, Paulo Autuori.

It is the club's first major title since 2001 and it is a just reward for their impressive performances in recent seasons.

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