In the 13th round of the Brasileirao, Cruzeiro’s striker Kaio Jorge delivered an unforgettable performance, netting three goals to lead his team to a significant victory against Grêmio. The home team saw goals from Kaio Jorge at the 24’ (1st half), 53’ (2nd half), and 76’ (2nd half), alongside Lucas Villalba’s strike at the 34’ (1st half). Grêmio managed to respond with a lone goal from André Henrique in the 63rd minute of the second half.
A standout moment occurred when Kaio Jorge scored his third goal in the 76th minute, capitalizing on a cross from Lucas Romero and finishing expertly from inside the box.
Kaio Jorge’s outstanding display earned him the Man of the Match honors. The Cruzeiro forward exhibited remarkable skill, attempting five shots on goal while finding the net three times.
Matheus Pereira also contributed significantly for Cruzeiro, providing two key passes and taking four shots throughout the match.
Cruzeiro’s coach, José Nunes Alves Sousa Jardim, opted for a 4-4-2 formation, featuring Cássio in goal; William, Fabrício Bruno, Lucas Villalba, and Kaiki Bruno in defense; Lucas Romero, Lucas Silva, Christian, and Matheus Pereira in midfield; with Wanderson and Kaio Jorge leading the attack.
On the other hand, Grêmio’s coach, Luiz Venker Menezes, implemented a 4-3-3 formation with Tiago Volpi as the goalkeeper; Gustavo Martins, Walter Kannemann, Wagner Leonardo, and Lucas Esteves at the back; Mathías Villasanti, Alex Santana, and Franco Cristaldo in the center; and Alysson Edward, Francis Amuzu, and Matías Arezo up front.
The match at Mineirão was officiated by referee Lucas Torezin.
Looking ahead, Cruzeiro will visit Fluminense, while Grêmio is set to host Fortaleza. Currently, Cruzeiro holds second place with 27 points, while Grêmio remains in 11th place with 16 points in the standings.
Substitutions for Cruzeiro
20’ 1T – William for Fágner
78’ 2T – Kaio Jorge for Gabriel Barbosa and Wanderson for Marquinhos
82’ 2T – Lucas Romero for Walace
83’ 2T – Matheus Pereira for Yannick Bolasie
Cautions for Cruzeiro:
7’ 1T Kaiki Bruno (Unsportsmanlike behavior), 20’ 2T Christian (Unsportsmanlike behavior), 38’ 2T Lucas Silva (Unsportsmanlike behavior), and 47’ 2T Gabriel Barbosa (Insulting the referee)
Substitutions for Grêmio
45’ 2T – Francis Amuzu for Alexander Aravena and Gustavo Martins for Igor Serrote
59’ 2T – Matías Arezo for André Henrique and Franco Cristaldo for Edenílson
80’ 2T – Alysson Edward for Miguel Monsalve
Cautions for Grêmio:
6’ 2T Alex Santana (Unsportsmanlike behavior) and 10’ 2T Walter Kannemann (Unsportsmanlike behavior)