Match report
Cruzeiro Defeats Vitoria 3-0 in Serie A Clash
Cruzeiro
3–0
FT
Vitoria
Apr 1, 2026
Cruzeiro put in a commanding performance to defeat Vitoria 3-0 in a critical Serie A match, showcasing their attacking prowess with goals from Christian, Kaua Moraes, and Kaio Jorge. The hosts took the lead in the 33rd minute with Christian's goal, which was followed by quickfire strikes from Kaua Moraes and Kaio Jorge just three minutes later. Vitoria struggled to keep up, accumulating multiple yellow cards, including one that will lead to a missed match for E. Martínez.
Key Facts
- • Cruzeiro secured the victory with three goals in just three minutes: Christian (33'), Kaua Moraes (36'), and Kaio Jorge (39')
- • E. Martínez received a yellow card for Vitoria, resulting in a missed next match
- • Vitoria's Cacá and Gabriel Baralhas also received yellow cards in the second half
- • Matheus Pereira was yellow-carded for Cruzeiro in the 92nd minute of stoppage time
Lineups
Cruzeiro
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 31 Matheus Cunha (G)
- 12 William (D)
- 15 Fabrício Bruno (D)
- 25 Lucas Villalba (D)
- 2 Kauã Moraes (D)
- 8 Matheus Henrique (M)
- 11 Gerson (M)
- 99 Keny Arroyo (M)
- 10 Matheus Pereira (M)
- 88 Christian (M)
- 19 Kaio Jorge (F)
Substitutes
- 94 Wanderson
- 23 Fagner
- 91 Chico da Costa
- 29 Lucas Romero
- 9 Bruno Rodrigues
- 22 Néiser Villarreal
- 81 Otávio Costa
- 34 Jonathan Jesus
- 36 Kauã Prates
- 43 João Marcelo
- 70 Kaique Kenji
- 16 Lucas Silva
Vitoria
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 Lucas Arcanjo (G)
- 45 Nathan Mendes (D)
- 4 Camutanga (D)
- 25 Cacá (D)
- 13 Ramon (D)
- 6 Emmanuel Martínez (M)
- 44 Gabriel Baralhas (M)
- 33 Erick (M)
- 10 Matheuzinho (M)
- 17 Aitor Cantalapiedra (M)
- 31 Renzo López (F)
Substitutes
- 91 Renê Sousa
- 88 Zé Vitor
- 26 Edenilson
- 12 Diego Tarzia
- 20 Lucas Silva
- 11 Osvaldo
- 23 Fabrício Santos
- 22 Gabriel Vasconcelos
- 95 Caique Gonçalves
- 28 Anderson Pato
- 36 Luan Cândido
- 8 Ronald
Timeline
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5' Cruzeiro Var · Goal Disallowed - handballKaua Moraes
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29' Vitoria Card · Yellow CardE. Martínez
misses next match
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33' Cruzeiro Goal · Normal GoalChristian · Assist: Matheus Pereira
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36' Cruzeiro Goal · Normal GoalKaua Moraes · Assist: Matheus Cunha
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39' Cruzeiro Goal · Normal GoalKaio Jorge · Assist: Christian
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46' Vitoria subst · Substitution 1Off: Matheuzinho · On: Zé Vitor
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46' Vitoria subst · Substitution 2Off: R. Lopez · On: Rene
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46' Vitoria subst · Substitution 3Off: E. Martínez · On: Edenilson
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56' Vitoria Card · Yellow CardCacá
Roughing
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64' Vitoria Card · Yellow CardGabriel Baralhas
Foul
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68' Cruzeiro subst · Substitution 1Off: K. Arroyo · On: Wanderson
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75' Cruzeiro subst · Substitution 2Off: Kaio Jorge · On: Chico
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75' Cruzeiro subst · Substitution 3Off: William · On: Fagner
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75' Vitoria subst · Substitution 4Off: Aitor Cantalapiedra · On: D. Tarzia
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82' Cruzeiro subst · Substitution 4Off: Christian · On: Bruno Rodrigues
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82' Vitoria subst · Substitution 5Off: Erick · On: Lucas Silva
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90'+2 Cruzeiro Card · Yellow CardMatheus Pereira
Foul
Match Stats
| Stat | Cruzeiro | Vitoria |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 15 | 12 |
| Pass Accuracy | 89% | 84% |
| Offsides | 2 | 0 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 11 | 4 |
| Corners | 5 | 6 |
| Total Passes | 547 | 369 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 3 |
| Blocked Shots | 2 | 2 |
| Shots on Target | 6 | 1 |
| xG | 1.97 | 0.12 |
| Shots off Target | 3 | 1 |
| Possession | 59% | 41% |
| Goals Prevented | -1 | -1 |
| Accurate Passes | 488 | 311 |
| Shots Inside Box | 6 | 1 |
| Saves | 1 | 2 |
| Shots Outside Box | 5 | 3 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ The match turned decisively in Cruzeiro's favor with Christian's goal in the 33rd minute, which was quickly followed by two more goals from Kaua Moraes and Kaio Jorge within three minutes, effectively sealing the victory
- ▸ Vitoria's early yellow card for E. Martínez and subsequent substitutions (46') signaled a defensive shift, but it failed to stop Cruzeiro's offensive momentum