This Sunday, Cruzeiro achieved a decisive triumph over Botafogo during the 18th round of the Brasileirao. The first goal was scored by Christian in the 22nd minute of the first half. Matheus Pereira added another goal to seal the victory for Cruzeiro in the 40th minute.
Matheus Pereira was named the standout player of the match, contributing one goal and making three attempts on goal. Christian also played a crucial role, tallying one goal and creating several scoring opportunities.
Botafogo’s manager, Davide Ancelotti, deployed a 4-5-1 formation with John guarding the net; Vitinho, Kaio Pantaleão, Alexander Barboza, and Alex Telles composed the defense; Marlon Freitas, Allan, Artur, Jefferson Savarino, and Álvaro Montoro filled the midfield; and Arthur Cabral led the attack.
On the other hand, Cruzeiro, directed by José Nunes Alves Sousa Jardim, also utilized a 4-5-1 setup with Cássio in goal; William, Fabrício Bruno, Lucas Villalba, and Kaiki Bruno in defense; Lucas Romero, Lucas Silva, Christian, Matheus Pereira, and Wanderson in the midfield; and Kaio Jorge as the forward.
The match officiated by Matheus Delgado Candançan took place at the Engenhão Stadium.
Following this encounter, Botafogo’s next match in the championship will be an away game against Fortaleza, while Cruzeiro is set to host Santos.
With this result, Cruzeiro currently has 26 points and sits in seventh place, while Botafogo remains on top of the table with 37 points.
Substitutions for Botafogo
45’ 2T – Kaio Pantaleão was replaced by David Ricardo.
58’ 2T – Artur was replaced by Joaquín Correa, Alex Telles by Cuiabano, and Allan by Newton.
69’ 2T – Marlon Freitas was substituted for Danilo, and Wanderson for Marquinhos.
Yellow Cards for Botafogo:
8’ 1T – Alexander Barboza (Repeated fouls), 8’ 2T – Allan (Repeated fouls), and 29’ 2T – Joaquín Correa (Repeated fouls).
Substitutions for Cruzeiro
87’ 2T – Matheus Pereira exited for Eduardo.
88’ 2T – Christian was substituted by Matheus Henrique.
92’ 2T – Kaio Jorge left the field for Lautaro Díaz.
Yellow Cards for Cruzeiro:
25’ 1T – Christian (Repeated fouls) and 15’ 2T – Kaiki Bruno (Repeated fouls).