Serie A Regular Season - 17
Cruzeiro 2 - 1 FT Chapecoense-sc
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
27' Kaio Jorge
32' L. Sinisterra
↓ Eduardo Doma ↑Vinicius Eduardo 39'
HT
↓ Marcinho ↑Mauricio Garcez 46'
48' Kenji
64' ↓ Kenji ↑Christian
↓ Everton ↑Marcos Vinicius 66'
↓ Vinicius Balieiro ↑Higor Meritao 66'
Vinicius Eduardo 71'
73' L. Sinisterra (Christian)
78' ↓ L. Sinisterra ↑Bruno Rodrigues
Joao Paulo (Bruno Pacheco) 79'
↓ Vinicius Eduardo ↑Jean Carlos 81'
Y. Bolasie 84'
90'+6 ↓ L. Romero ↑Matheus Henrique
90'+6 ↓ Kaio Jorge ↑N. Villarreal
90'+6 ↓ Kaua Moraes ↑Fagner
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Cruzeiro
Goalkeepers
Otávio Costa 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Kauã Moraes 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
7
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Fabrício Bruno
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jonathan Jesus 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Kaiki 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
40%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Gerson 
MAGNET
68
Activity
68
Activity
60
Passes
8
Duels
Lucas Romero
MAGNET
64
Activity
64
Activity
60
Passes
4
Duels
Kaique Kenji
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
17%
Pass Acc
Matheus Pereira
PROVOCATEUR
8
Fouls Won
8
Fouls Won
8
Duels Won
1
Pens Won
Luis Sinisterra 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
7.5
Rating
Forwards
Kaio Jorge
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
7.2
Rating
BENCH
Matheus Cunha 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Fagner
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
João Marcelo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lucas Villalba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Christian 
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
32
Minutes
7.2
Rating
Matheus Henrique
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lucas Silva
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Néiser Villarreal
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marquinhos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Wanderson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Chico da Costa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bruno Rodrigues
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Chapecoense-sc
Goalkeepers
Anderson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Eduardo Doma 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
100%
Duel Win %
Bruno Leonardo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
João Paulo 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Midfielders
Everton
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
66
Total Mins
66
Entry
Vinicius Balieiro 
GHOST
10
Actions
10
Actions
66
Minutes
6.7
Rating
Rafael Carvalheira 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
6.3
Rating
Bruno Pacheco 
ENFORCER
4
Tackles
4
Tackles
10
Duels Won
83%
Win %
Forwards
Ênio
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yannick Bolasie
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marcinho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
BENCH
Rafael Santos
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Vinícius Eduardo de Almeida
LATE SHIFT
9
Late Mins
9
Late Mins
42
Total Mins
81
Entry
Marcos Vinícius
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Walter Clar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Higor Meritão
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
João Vitor
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jean Carlos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Giovanni Augusto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Maurício Garcez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
51
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Neto Pessoa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Italo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/13/2022 | Cruzeiro | 1 - 1 | Chapecoense-sc | Serie B | Estádio Nacional de Brasília |
| 04/30/2022 | Chapecoense-sc | 0 - 2 | Cruzeiro | Serie B | Arena Condá |
| 11/25/2020 | Chapecoense-sc | 0 - 1 | Cruzeiro | Serie B | Arena Condá |
| 08/21/2020 | Cruzeiro | 0 - 1 | Chapecoense-sc | Serie B | Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto |
| 10/13/2019 | Chapecoense-SC | 1 - 1 | Cruzeiro | Serie A | Arena Condá |
| 05/26/2019 | Cruzeiro | 1 - 2 | Chapecoense-SC | Serie A | Estádio Mineirão |
| 10/21/2018 | Cruzeiro | 3 - 0 | Chapecoense-sc | Serie A | Arena Independência |
| 06/09/2018 | Chapecoense-sc | 2 - 0 | Cruzeiro | Serie A | Arena Condá |
| 09/10/2017 | Chapecoense-sc | 1 - 2 | Cruzeiro | Serie A | Arena Condá |
| 06/04/2017 | Cruzeiro | 0 - 2 | Chapecoense-sc | Serie A | Estádio Mineirão |
08/13/2022
04/30/2022
11/25/2020
08/21/2020
10/13/2019
05/26/2019
10/21/2018
06/09/2018
09/10/2017
06/04/2017
Cruzeiro Win
Chapecoense-sc Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 17 GD: +16
P: 16 GD: +12
P: 17 GD: +5
P: 17 GD: +5
P: 17 GD: +4
P: 17 GD: +3
P: 17 GD: +4
P: 16 GD: +1
P: 17 GD: -4
P: 16 GD: +1
P: 16 GD: -2
P: 17 GD: +1
P: 17 GD: -1
P: 17 GD: -2
P: 17 GD: -3
P: 17 GD: -6
P: 17 GD: -5
P: 16 GD: -5
P: 17 GD: -9
League Standings
P: 18 GD: +17
P: 17 GD: +15
P: 18 GD: +6
P: 17 GD: +5
P: 18 GD: +6
P: 17 GD: +2
P: 18 GD: 0
P: 17 GD: +4
P: 18 GD: -1
P: 18 GD: -1
P: 17 GD: -4
P: 17 GD: 0
P: 17 GD: -4
P: 18 GD: -1
P: 18 GD: -3
P: 18 GD: -3
P: 18 GD: -7
P: 17 GD: -6
P: 17 GD: -9
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Cruzeiro edge out Chapecoense amid late VAR drama
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 57/100. Total control of the ball proved just enough for the home side to secure all three points, deepening the visitors' relegation despair.
Early Command
Cruzeiro wasted no time asserting their authority at Governador Magalhães Pinto. Dominating possession with a commanding 67 percent, the hosts pushed the tempo and established a blistering Intensity straight away. The relentless pressure paid dividends in the 27th minute when Kaio Jorge stepped up to confidently dispatch a penalty. They thought they had doubled their advantage just five minutes later through L. Sinisterra, but VAR intervened to disallow the strike for a foul. This narrow margin kept the Balance of the match precarious, despite the home side forcing ten corners and constantly peppering the opposition box during a heavily contested first period.
The Turning Point
The defining moment arrived in the second half through inspired tactical adjustments. Substitute Christian injected fresh energy into the final third, turning provider in the 73rd minute to set up L. Sinisterra for a legitimate goal. At the heart of everything was Matheus Pereira, whose midfield mastery orchestrated proceedings and unlocked the stubborn defence. Just as the hosts looked completely comfortable, the Upset Factor flickered to life. Bruno Pacheco delivered a precise ball for Joao Paulo to grab a 79th-minute lifeline, suddenly putting the outcome in doubt and silencing the home crowd.
Dramatic Conclusion
The closing stages transformed a procedural victory into a nerve-wracking affair. Chapecoense thought they had snatched a miraculous equaliser when Y. Bolasie found the net in the 84th minute to cap off a frantic counter. However, VAR stepped in once more, ruling the effort out for offside and denying a stunning comeback. The Stakes were monumental; this victory propels Cruzeiro firmly up the table, while condemning their struggling opponents to remain rooted in the relegation zone, a daunting nine points adrift of safety.
Key Questions
How did VAR change this match?
VAR played a crucial role, disallowing an early goal for L. Sinisterra due to a foul and denying Y. Bolasie’s dramatic late equaliser for offside.
How did substitute Matheus Pereira change the game?
Despite starting the match rather than coming off the bench, Matheus Pereira commanded the midfield with flawless distribution, earning well-deserved Man of the Match honours.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Rock-Bottom Chapecoense Face Grueling Survival Test
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 30/100. With Chapecoense sinking rapidly and Cruzeiro finding their rhythm, this one-sided clash threatens to plunge the visitors deeper into the abyss.
The Setup
Heading into May 24, 2026, Cruzeiro sit comfortably in mid-table, boasting a strong Form rating after a solid run of wins. Conversely, Chapecoense-sc are rooted to the bottom, displaying a severe lack of tactical Balance. While the broader league Stakes might be low, this is pure relegation battle desperation for the away side. The vast gulf in class is evident, with home Stars like Gerson ready to dictate proceedings against a demoralized opposition.
Key Battle
The away side's leaky back line faces a relentless wave of pressure from a fluid home midfield. Chapecoense will undoubtedly try to park the bus, making the defining contest whether the home attackers can efficiently pick the lock of a deep block.
Our Prediction
The home side dictates the tempo immediately. Expect a comfortable 3-0 win as they easily bypass a fragile defensive structure, leaving the desperate visitors chasing shadows all evening.