Match Preview: Fluminense vs Cruzeiro
The highly anticipated match between Fluminense and Cruzeiro is scheduled for today, July 17, at 19:30 (Argentina time) at the iconic Maracanã Stadium. Both teams are looking for crucial points as they continue their campaigns in the Brasileirao.
Recent Form
Fluminense and Cruzeiro have experienced contrasting results in their recent matches.
Fluminense’s Recent Results
Fluminense has a pending fixture against Mirassol that has been postponed indefinitely. This could affect their momentum going into the match against Cruzeiro.
Cruzeiro’s Recent Results
On the other hand, Cruzeiro arrives with significant momentum after a resounding 4-1 victory over Grêmio. In their last four matches, they have secured two wins and two draws, scoring a total of eight goals while conceding just two.
Head-to-Head
The last five encounters between these teams in the tournament have produced a variety of results. Fluminense has claimed victory in three of those matches, while Cruzeiro has won once, and one ended in a draw. Their most recent clash occurred on October 3, 2024, where Fluminense triumphed with a narrow 1-0 win.
Currently, Fluminense sits at seventh place with 20 points (6 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses). In contrast, Cruzeiro has climbed to second place with 27 points (8 wins, 3 draws, 2 losses), making this a critical match as they vie for the top position in the league.
Upcoming Matches
Fluminense’s next match will be a classic showdown against their rivals Flamengo, scheduled for July 20 at 19:30 (Argentina time) at the Jornalista Mário Filho Stadium.
Match Officials
The match will be officiated by referee Rafael Rodrigo Klein.
Kickoff Times in Different Regions
- Argentina: 19:30 hours
- Colombia and Peru: 17:30 hours
- Honduras, El Salvador, Mexico (Mexico), and Nicaragua: 16:30 hours
- Venezuela and Chile (Santiago): 18:30 hours
The stage is set for an exciting encounter as both teams look to make a mark in this crucial match of the Brasileirao.