📋 Cruzeiro and Atlético reveal line-ups for Copa do Brasil clash | OneFootball

It’s decision night at Mineirão.

Cruzeiro and Atlético face off starting at 7:30 PM (Brasília time) this Thursday (11th).

This will be the second leg of the 2025 Copa do Brasil quarter-finals.

The winner will secure a prize of R$ 9.9 million.

And will face Corinthians for a spot in the tournament final.

Match Situation 🆚

Raposa defeated Galo as visitors by 2-0 at Arena MRV.

They can afford to lose by up to one goal.

Atlético, on the other hand, will only advance in regular time if they win by at least three goals.

A two-goal victory for Atlético will take the decision to penalties.

Cruzeiro🦊

Kaio Jorge became a doubt after suffering a minor injury while playing for the Brazilian National Team against Chile.

But he is confirmed among the starting eleven.

Fabrício Bruno, who started for Brazil in the Bolivian altitude, is another confirmed starter.

Matheus Pereira and Wanderson were also doubts. They recovered well and will play.

One of Cruzeiro’s assets is the fact that they have not conceded any goals in this edition of the Copa do Brasil after five matches.

William, Lucas Romero, Wanderson, and Kaio Jorge are one yellow card away from suspension.

Atlético 🐓

The trump card is the return debut of Jorge Sampaoli.

There have been 12 training sessions since his return.

Júnior Alonso came back earlier than expected after serving a suspension in the final round of the Qualifiers.

Iván Román and Alan Franco returned to BH on Wednesday night. They are options for the continuation of the match.

Lyanco has recovered, was included in the squad, and will start.

Rony has lost his starting spot.

Junior Alonso and Lyanco are one yellow card away from suspension.

Photo: Reproduction/Copa do Brasil

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