Wikipedia - Copa do Nordeste

Copa do Nordeste (English: Cup of the North-East), also known as Campeonato do Nordeste (English: Championship of the North-East) or Copa Nordeste (English: Northeastern Cup) is a Brazilian football competition among Northeastern region teams. It is sometimes informally referred to as Lampions League – in reference to the UEFA Champions League and bandit folk hero Lampião.

History

The competition was first played in 1994. From 1997 to 1999, the Campeonato do Nordeste champions granted qualification to Copa Conmebol.

From 2000 to 2002, the Campeonato do Nordeste champions granted qualification to the Copa dos Campeões.

The competition returned in 2010, after being defunct since 2003. Copa do Nordeste returned again in 2013.

From 2014 to 2016, the winner got a spot in the Copa Sudamericana. The Copa do Nordeste champion now qualifies to the Copa do Brasil. After 2026 onwards, teams qualified for the Copa Libertadores and Copa Sudamericana will no longer participate in the competition due to the conflict of matches schedule.

The Brazil Copa Nordeste, also known as the Northeast Cup, is a prestigious regional football tournament that showcases the best teams from the northeastern states of Brazil. Established to promote football development and regional pride, the competition features clubs from states such as Bahia, Ceará, Pernambuco, Alagoas, and others. The tournament typically takes place annually, bringing together passionate fans and talented players in a vibrant celebration of northeastern Brazilian football culture. Known for its intense rivalries and passionate atmosphere, the Copa Nordeste serves as a key platform for local talent to shine and often acts as a qualifier for national competitions, contributing significantly to the football landscape in Brazil's northeastern region.