Chico da Costa, Jonathan Jesus out for Cruzeiro with injuries | OneFootball

The Cruzeiro confirmed this Monday that forward Chico da Costa and defender Jonathan Jesus have sustained injuries following a series of exams. Both were substituted in the first half against Betim on Sunday due to pain.

According to the celestial team, Jonathan Jesus was diagnosed with a ligament strain in his right knee. The defender will undergo conservative treatment and will not need surgery.

Meanwhile, the number 9 suffered a muscle injury in his right thigh, also requiring conservative treatment, to begin immediately. The players will undergo recovery in Cruzeiro's Health and Performance Department.

As a result, the athletes will not be available for coach Tite for the next match. This Thursday, at 9:30 PM (Brasília time), Raposa will host Coritiba in a match for the second round of the Brazilian Championship at Mineirão.

Cruzeiro in the Brasileirão

Cruzeiro started the Brazilian Championship poorly, with a 4-0 defeat to Botafogo at Nilton Santos. With this result, the team remains scoreless and seeks its first win in the national competition to redeem itself.

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