[3] Clubs that participated in the 2009 Copa Libertadores did not take part in the competition because of scheduling conflicts.
3 2008 State Championship winners Cruzeiro qualified to 2009 Copa Libertadores.
4 2008 Taça Minas Gerais winners Tupi qualified via State Championship.
5 2008 State Championship winners Sport qualified to 2009 Copa Libertadores.
6 2008 Copa Governador João Alves winners Confiança already qualified via State Championship.