Match report
Cruzeiro Defeats Gremio 1-0 in Serie A Clash
Gremio
0–1
FT
Cruzeiro
Nov 5, 2025
Cruzeiro emerged victorious in the Serie A clash against Gremio on Sunday night. The away team capitalized on an early first-half goal by Fabrício Bruno to seal a hard-fought win, which leaves Gremio searching for their next breakthrough.
Key Facts
- • Final score: Gremio 0–1 Cruzeiro
- • Goal scored by Fabrício Bruno (43' – assisted by William)
- • Lucas Silva received a yellow card for Cruzeiro at the end of first half
- • Walter Kannemann and C. Pavon booked for Gremio in the second half
Lineups
Gremio
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 Tiago Volpi (G)
- 2 Joao Lucas (D)
- 19 E. Noriega (D)
- 4 Walter Kannemann (D)
- 23 Marlon (D)
- 17 Dodi (M)
- 29 Arthur Melo (M)
- 47 Alysson (M)
- 8 Edenilson (M)
- 9 F. Amuzu (M)
- 95 Carlos Vinicius (F)
Substitutes
- 31 Jorge
- 53 Gustavo Martins
- 3 Wagner Leonardo
- 25 Lucas Esteves
- 15 Camilo Reijers
- 6 G. Cuellar
- 11 M. Monsalve
- 10 F. Cristaldo
- 16 A. Aravena
- 7 C. Pavon
- 99 C. Olivera
- 77 Andre Henrique
Cruzeiro
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 Cassio (G)
- 12 William Furtado (D)
- 15 Fabricio Bruno (D)
- 25 L. Villalba (D)
- 6 Kaiki (D)
- 29 L. Romero (M)
- 16 Lucas Silva (M)
- 88 Christian (M)
- 10 Matheus Pereira (M)
- 99 K. Arroyo (M)
- 19 Kaio Jorge (F)
Substitutes
- 41 Leo Aragao
- 2 Kaua Moraes
- 34 Jonathan Jesus
- 43 Joao Marcelo
- 36 Kaua Prates
- 5 Walace
- 35 Murilo Rhikman
- 77 Japa
- 21 Eduardo
- 17 L. Sinisterra
- 57 R. Lelis
- 9 Gabriel Barbosa
Timeline
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43' Cruzeiro Goal · Normal GoalFabrício Bruno · Assist: William
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45'+1 Cruzeiro Card · Yellow CardLucas Silva
Foul
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63' Gremio subst · Substitution 1Off: João Lucas · On: C. Pavon
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63' Gremio subst · Substitution 2Off: Dodi · On: Andre Henrique
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68' Gremio Card · Yellow CardWalter Kannemann
Off the ball foul
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69' Cruzeiro Card · Yellow CardL. Villalba
Foul
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73' Cruzeiro Card · Yellow CardK. Arroyo
Foul
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74' Cruzeiro subst · Substitution 1Off: K. Arroyo · On: L. Sinisterra
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76' Gremio subst · Substitution 3Off: F. Amuzu · On: F. Cristaldo
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76' Gremio subst · Substitution 4Off: Alysson · On: C. Olivera
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79' Cruzeiro subst · Substitution 2Off: Kaio Jorge · On: Gabriel
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88' Gremio Card · Yellow CardC. Pavon
Argument
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88' Gremio subst · Substitution 5Off: Edenilson · On: M. Monsalve
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88' Cruzeiro subst · Substitution 3Off: Matheus Pereira · On: Walace
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88' Cruzeiro subst · Substitution 4Off: Lucas Silva · On: Carlos Eduardo
Match Stats
| Stat | Gremio | Cruzeiro |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 15 | 17 |
| Pass Accuracy | 83% | 79% |
| Offsides | 2 | 0 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 17 | 9 |
| Corners | 5 | 6 |
| Total Passes | 402 | 317 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 3 |
| Blocked Shots | 2 | 0 |
| Shots on Target | 6 | 6 |
| xG | 1.29 | 0.62 |
| Shots off Target | 9 | 3 |
| Possession | 57% | 43% |
| Goals Prevented | 1 | 1 |
| Accurate Passes | 335 | 250 |
| Shots Inside Box | 10 | 6 |
| Saves | 5 | 6 |
| Shots Outside Box | 7 | 3 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Fabrício Bruno's goal in the 43rd minute gave Cruzeiro a critical lead going into halftime, setting the tone for their defensive strategy.
- ▸ Cruzeiro managed to maintain their discipline and defense despite conceding several late yellow cards, ensuring they held onto their slender advantage.