Serie A Regular Season - 4
Cruzeiro 1 - 1 FT Corinthians
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Dorival Junior 39'
40' Kaio Jorge
HT
↓ Breno Bidon ↑Dieguinho 46'
↓ Raniele ↑Andre 46'
60' ↓ Christian ↑K. Arroyo
↓ Charles Rigon ↑R. Garro 67'
↓ Vitinho ↑Allan 67'
72' L. Romero
Andre 75'
↓ Pedro Raul ↑M. Depay 78'
79' ↓ Kaio Jorge ↑Bruno Rodrigues
79' ↓ L. Romero ↑Matheus Henrique
80' William Furtado
80' William Furtado
Joao Pedro (R. Garro) 82'
Dorival Junior 87'
A. Carrillo 90'+5
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Cruzeiro
Goalkeepers
Cássio 
MAGNET
24
Activity
24
Activity
24
Passes
0
Duels
Defenders
William 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
2
Fouls
6.7
Rating
Fabrício Bruno 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
100%
Duel Win %
Lucas Villalba 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kaiki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Lucas Romero
LATE SHIFT
11
Late Mins
11
Late Mins
79
Total Mins
79
Entry
Lucas Silva
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Christian
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
Matheus Pereira 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Gerson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
82
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Kaio Jorge
LATE SHIFT
11
Late Mins
11
Late Mins
79
Total Mins
79
Entry
BENCH
Otávio Costa 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Fagner
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Janderson
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
Kauã Prates
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matheus Henrique
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Walace
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Japa
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
Keny Arroyo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
35
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bruno Rodrigues
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Wanderson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Corinthians
Goalkeepers
Hugo Souza
MAGNET
33
Activity
33
Activity
33
Passes
0
Duels
Defenders
Pedro Milans
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
André Ramalho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
João Pedro Tchoca 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Fabrizio Angileri
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
100%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
André Carrillo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Raniele
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Breno Bidon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Charles
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
67
Total Mins
67
Entry
Vitinho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
67
Total Mins
67
Entry
Forwards
Pedro Raul
LATE SHIFT
12
Late Mins
12
Late Mins
78
Total Mins
78
Entry
BENCH
Kauê
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Gustavo Henrique
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gabriel Paulista
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matheuzinho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matheus Bidu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dieguinho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
50
Total Mins
Started
Entry
André Luiz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
50
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rodrigo Garro 
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
28
Minutes
6.7
Rating
Allan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Memphis Depay
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gui Negão
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kayke Ferrari
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14/12/2025 | Corinthians | 1 - 2 | Cruzeiro | Copa Do Brasil | Neo Quimica Arena |
| 11/12/2025 | Cruzeiro | 0 - 1 | Corinthians | Copa Do Brasil | |
| 23/11/2025 | Cruzeiro | 3 - 0 | Corinthians | Serie A | Governador Magalhães Pinto |
| 23/07/2025 | Corinthians | 0 - 0 | Cruzeiro | Serie A | Neo Quimica Arena |
| 20/11/2024 | Corinthians | 2 - 1 | Cruzeiro | Serie A | Neo Química Arena |
| 07/07/2024 | Cruzeiro | 3 - 0 | Corinthians | Serie A | Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto |
| 20/08/2023 | Cruzeiro | 1 - 1 | Corinthians | Serie A | Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto |
| 16/04/2023 | Corinthians | 2 - 1 | Cruzeiro | Serie A | Neo Química Arena |
| 19/10/2019 | Corinthians | 1 - 2 | Cruzeiro | Serie A | Arena Corinthians |
| 08/06/2019 | Cruzeiro | 0 - 0 | Corinthians | Serie A | Estádio Mineirão |
14/12/2025
11/12/2025
23/11/2025
23/07/2025
20/11/2024
07/07/2024
20/08/2023
16/04/2023
19/10/2019
08/06/2019
Cruzeiro Win
Corinthians Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 4 GD: +7
P: 4 GD: +4
P: 4 GD: +2
P: 3 GD: +2
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: +2
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: -1
P: 4 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -3
P: 4 GD: -2
P: 4 GD: -3
P: 4 GD: -5
League Standings
P: 5 GD: +6
P: 5 GD: +6
P: 5 GD: +3
P: 4 GD: +2
P: 4 GD: +2
P: 5 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 5 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 5 GD: -1
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 5 GD: -2
P: 4 GD: -3
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 5 GD: -4
P: 5 GD: -4
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Cruzeiro Heartbreak: Discipline Costs Crucial Victory
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 60/100. A classic case of discipline costing points as Cruzeiro’s relegation fight remains desperate despite a spirited performance against the high-flying Timão.
The Early Surge and Pereira’s Clinical Strike
A high Intensity rating reflected the frantic start at Governador Magalhães Pinto, where Cruzeiro sought to overturn their dismal form. They didn't have to wait long, as Matheus Pereira silenced the critics with a clinical finish in just the 9th minute. The early goal shifted the Balance of the match, forcing Corinthians to chase the game earlier than expected. While the visitors edged possession throughout the first half, they struggled to create clear-cut chances against a resolute blue wall. The Stakes for the hosts were palpable, with every block and tackle celebrated like a goal. Our take is that the Raposa looked like a completely different side from the one anchored to the bottom of the table, showing the grit required for a survival battle.
VAR Drama and the Fatal Red Card
The narrative almost took a decisive turn at the 40-minute mark when Kaio Jorge thought he had doubled the lead, only for VAR to intervene for offside. That moment arguably saved the visitors, as a second goal would have likely ended the contest. As the second half progressed, the Intensity of the physical battles increased, leading to a flurry of bookings. The game reached its boiling point in the 80th minute when William Furtado was sent off for a reckless challenge. This moment of madness shattered the Balance of the match, leaving Cruzeiro to defend a narrow lead with ten men against one of the league's most efficient attacks. It was a self-inflicted wound that completely altered the tactical landscape for the closing stages.
Late Equaliser and Table Implications
The visitors wasted no time capitalising on their numerical advantage. In the 82nd minute, substitute R. Garro found Joao Pedro, who finished with composure to level the scores. Corinthians pushed for a winner, but Hugo Souza had already played his part with several key interventions earlier in the match to keep them in contention. The 1-1 draw is a bitter pill for Cruzeiro; the potential for a high Upset Factor was ruined by a lapse in discipline. While the point moves them marginally closer to safety, the missed opportunity to secure a win against a top-five side will sting. For Corinthians, the result keeps them in the hunt for Libertadores qualification, but they will be relieved to leave Belo Horizonte with a share of the spoils after such a testing encounter.
Key Questions
How did the red card for William Furtado impact the match?
The red card for William Furtado at 80 minutes left Cruzeiro shorthanded, leading directly to the Corinthians equaliser just two minutes later.
How did substitute Matheus Pereira change the game?
Matheus Pereira started the match and was vital, scoring the opening goal in the 9th minute to give Cruzeiro the lead.
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.
Desperation vs Inconsistency: A Fight for Survival
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 73/100. Cruzeiro must find their first win of the season to avoid being buried at the bottom of the table before the campaign even hits its stride.
The Setup
The alarm bells are already ringing for Cruzeiro. With a dismal Form of just one point from three matches, they sit dead last in 20th place. Their defense has been porous, leaking eight goals so far. Corinthians arrives in 12th, seeking the Balance they’ve lacked in their opening games. While the season is young, the Stakes of this relegation battle are palpable; a loss for either side creates a psychological hole that is hard to climb out of.
Key Battle
This match will be won or lost in the transition zones. Cruzeiro’s backline has been vulnerable, and they face a stern test against the creative spark of Rodrigo Garro. To counter this, the home side will look to their own Stars, specifically Gerson, to dominate the middle of the park and shield a nervous defense. If Corinthians can bypass the home midfield, they will find plenty of joy against a unit that has struggled for cohesion.
Our Prediction
Our take is a gritty home victory for Cruzeiro. Despite their poor start, the desperation of playing at home in a "six-pointer" environment usually triggers a reaction. Expect a tense, low-scoring affair where a single moment of individual brilliance—perhaps from K. Arroyo—decides it. A 1-0 win for the hosts feels likely, especially if they can manage to frustrate the visitors' attack and beat Hugo Souza early on.