Martinelli on Cruzeiro test, Fluminense form before the break

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·31 May 2026

Martinelli on Cruzeiro test, Fluminense form before the break

Back on the pitch after a recovery period, Martinelli could be one of Fluminense’s options for the clash against Cruzeiro this Saturday (31) at Mineirão, in the 18th round of the Brazilian Championship. The defensive midfielder, developed at Xerém, highlighted the importance of the match for Tricolor to end the first part of the season in a comfortable position in the standings.

After securing qualification for the Copa Libertadores round of 16 and also staying alive in the Copa do Brasil, Fluminense will try to make the most of their good run to pick up three more points before the break for the World Cup. According to Martinelli, the goal is to reach the rest period firmly among the top teams in the Brasileirão.

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It’s another important game for us to pick up points and be able to rest during this World Cup break while sitting well in the Brazilian Championship standings, after securing our spots in the next rounds of the Copa do Brasil and the Libertadores, the player said.

Recovered and once again available to the coaching staff, Martinelli is among those called up for the match and has a strong chance of starting. The No. 8 is one of seven Xerém academy graduates selected for the duel at Mineirão.

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