Gazeta Esportiva.com
·9. März 2026
Mass brawl erupts in Cruzeiro v Atlético-MG Mineiro final

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·9. März 2026

This Sunday, in a match with a widespread brawl, Cruzeiro defeated Atlético-MG 1-0 and was crowned champion of the Campeonato Mineiro. The Raposa claimed the title after a six-year drought and prevented their rival from achieving a seventh consecutive win.
In stoppage time, there was a scuffle between the teams that lasted more than 10 minutes.
At the end of the game, Everson and Christian collided in the Atlético area, and the Galo's goalkeeper pushed the Cruzeiro player. The Cruzeiro team confronted the goalkeeper, and the chaos began. Midfielder Lucas Romero came in with a flying kick at Everson. Soon after, the Atlético players joined the fray.
Cássio and Lyanco had a disagreement, leading the Cruzeiro goalkeeper to kick the defender, who later also fought with Gerson and Christian. Meanwhile, Hulk was at the forefront of the Atlético team. The number 7 punched Villalba and kicked Romero. Goal scorer Kaio Jorge also exchanged punches and kicked rival players.
After the Military Police intervened, the brawl was ended after 10 minutes, and referee Matheus Candançan concluded the match.
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