The 2014 Copa do Brasil was the 26th edition of Brazil's annual national knockout football competition. Organized by the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF), the tournament commenced on 12 February 2014 and concluded with the two-legged final on 26 November 2014. A total of 87 clubs from across the Brazilian state federations participated, representing all four levels of the Brazilian football league system.
Format
The competition employed a single‑elimination format with two‑legged ties (home and away) throughout, including the final. The away‑goals rule was applied, and if the aggregate score was level after both legs, a penalty shoot‑out decided the winner (extra time was not used). The early rounds featured a provision whereby a tied aggregate score could be settled after the first leg if the away team won by two or more goals, allowing the second leg to be omitted. The champion earned a berth in the following year's Copa Libertadores group stage.
Progression
Matches were scheduled in a staggered calendar to accommodate the concurrent state championships and the national league season. The tournament progressed through a first round, second round, round of 16, quarter‑finals, semi‑finals, and the final.
Outcome
Atlético Mineiro claimed the title, defeating their opponent in the final over two legs. This victory marked Atlético Mineiro's second Copa do Brasil triumph, their first having been secured in 2014 (the 2014 edition). The win also secured the club's qualification for the 2015 Copa Libertadores.
Final
First leg: Played on 19 November 2014.
Second leg: Played on 26 November 2014.
Atlético Mineiro won the final on aggregate, securing the championship with a cumulative score of 4–2.
Top Scorer
The tournament’s leading goal‑scorer was Jô of Atlético Mineiro, who netted 8 goals during the competition.
Significance
The 2014 edition reinforced the Copa do Brasil's role as a pathway to continental competition and highlighted the depth of Brazilian club football, with clubs from lower divisions regularly challenging higher‑tier teams. The tournament also generated considerable national interest due to its inclusive format and the prestige attached to winning a national cup.
