In an intense showdown at the Barradão Stadium, Vitória and Cruzeiro ended their match without finds the back of the net, concluding with a score of 0-0 during the 12th round of the Brasileirao.
Lucas Villalba almost broke the deadlock for Cruzeiro with a stunning strike that rattled the woodwork in the 41st minute. However, despite the near miss, the scoreboard remained unchanged.
Cruzeiro dominated the shoot statistics, managing 18 attempts compared to Vitória’s 9, yet they were unable to secure the crucial victory.
Fabrício Bruno emerged as the standout performer of the match. The Cruzeiro defender was pivotal in clearing 9 dangerous balls from his defensive area.
Not to be overlooked, Zé Marcos, the stalwart defender for Vitória, also played a crucial role by successfully eliminating 9 threats from his own area.
Thiago Carpini, the head coach of Vitória, deployed a tactical 4-5-1 formation, with Lucas Arcanjo guarding the goal; Claudinho, Edu, Zé Marcos, and Jamerson Bahia forming the back line; Ronald Lopes, Baralhas, Lucas Braga, Matheuzinho Fogaça, and Osvaldo in midfield; and Renato Kayzer leading the attack.
Meanwhile, Cruzeiro, guided by José Nunes Alves Sousa Jardim, fielded a similar 4-5-1 setup with Cássio in goal; William, Fabrício Bruno, Lucas Villalba, and Kaiki Bruno in defense; Lucas Romero, Lucas Silva, Eduardo, Matheus Pereira, and Wanderson in midfield; and Kaio Jorge up front.
The match was officiated by referee Alex Gomes Stefano.
Looking ahead, Vitória will next visit Internacional, while Cruzeiro will host Grêmio.
Following this result, the home side remains in 15th place with a total of 11 points. In contrast, the visitors are in second place with 24 points.
Substitutions for Vitória
50’ 1T – Jamerson Bahia was replaced by Maykon
58’ 2T – Lucas Braga left the field for Carlinhos
59’ 2T – Ronald Lopes and Osvaldo were substituted for Willian Oliveira and Gustavo Mosquito, respectively.
76’ 2T – Renato Kayzer was replaced by Léo Pereira.
Yellow Cards for Vitória:
31’ 2T Carlinhos; 48’ 2T Willian Oliveira
Substitutions for Cruzeiro
45’ 2T – Kaio Jorge was substituted for Yannick Bolasie
73’ 2T – Matheus Pereira was replaced by Marquinhos.
Yellow Cards for Cruzeiro:
42’ 1T Matheus Pereira; 54’ 1T Lucas Romero (for arguing with an opponent)
Red Card for Cruzeiro:
43’ 1T Eduardo (direct red).