Men's football: Corinthians host Cruzeiro in Brasileirão clash
Corinthians are taking a break from the CONMEBOL Libertadores to turn their attention back to the Brazilian Championship. At 7:30 p.m. this Sunday (16), at Neo Química Arena, Timão will face Cruzeir...
Corinthians will host Cruzeiro in a Brasileirão clash at Neo Química Arena on Sunday at 7:30 p.m. The match, broadcast on Amazon Prime, marks the 23rd round of the Brazilian Championship. After drawing away to Rosario Central (ARG) on Thursday night, Corinthians returned from Argentina on Friday and reported back on Saturday afternoon. The team had only a day to prepare for the upcoming match.
Head coach Fernando Diniz led the team in a tactical exercise, focusing on various game situations and set pieces. Corinthians enter the match with 32 points in eighth place, while Cruzeiro sits in fifth place with a one-point lead over Alvinegro. Coach Diniz emphasized the importance of playing at home and staying alert to avoid giving any openings to the visiting team, which boasts quality players and an experienced squad.
The two teams previously drew 1-1 at Mineirão during the first half of the Brasileirão season. In the 2025 Copa do Brasil semifinal, Corinthians faced the Minas Gerais side and won 2-1. Alvinegro secured their place in the final by winning the penalty shootout 5-4 against Corinthians.
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