Kaiki rues Cruzeiro’s slow start, hails fightback: “We paid the price”

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·19 Maret 2026

Kaiki rues Cruzeiro’s slow start, hails fightback: “We paid the price”

After another defeat in the Brazilian Championship, left-back Kaiki commented on Cruzeiro's performance as he left the field and highlighted the negative impact of the team's start to the game. In an interview with Cazé TV, the player acknowledged the mistakes in the first few minutes but also spoke about the improvement and the attempt to react in the second half.

According to Kaiki, the below-expected start was decisive for the adverse result:

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“Unfortunately, we started the game poorly. We conceded two goals at the beginning of the match. We paid the price for starting the game badly, but the second half was ours. We created plenty of opportunities, but unfortunately, it wasn't possible to come away with a positive result. But now it's time to work.”

The defender also emphasized the difficulty of coming back from a two-goal deficit, as well as reinforcing the focus on the continuation of the season:

“It's complicated to start losing by two goals, but we tried to fight back in the second half, feeling uncomfortable, but now it's time to work. There's not much to say and we aim to come out victorious in the next game.”

The setback keeps Cruzeiro in a delicate situation in the standings, still without a win and occupying the second-to-last position, with only three points. Amidst the turbulent moment and under interim management, the team seeks a quick response before the break, as they return to the field this Sunday (22), when they face Santos at Mineirão, for the 8th round.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.