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Corinthians prepare to host Cruzeiro in Brasileirão match

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Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Corinthians prepare to host Cruzeiro in Brasileirão match
Summary

Corinthians will face Cruzeiro at Neo Química Arena on Sunday at 7:30 p.m. in the 23rd round of the Brasileirão. Coming off a 2-0 victory against Red Bull Bragantino, Corinthians sit in eighth place with 32 points, one point behind fifth-placed Cruzeiro. The squad had limited preparation time after returning from a draw against Rosario Central in the CONMEBOL Libertadores. Midfielder André Carrillo emphasized the importance of remaining alert against a strong Cruzeiro side, recalling their previous 1-1 draw in the first half of the season.

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By the Numbers
  • •Corinthians are currently eighth in the league with 32 points.
  • •Cruzeiro holds fifth place, one point ahead of Corinthians.
  • •Corinthians recently drew with Rosario Central in Libertadores.
  • •Both teams played to a 1-1 draw earlier this season.
  • •Match will be broadcast on Amazon Prime.
Latest Updates
  • 9:33 PMYahoo Sports — 📋 Corinthians and Cruzeiro line-ups named to wrap up Brasileirão Sunday
  • 10:54 PMYahoo Sports — Men's football: Corinthians host Cruzeiro in Brasileirão clash
What they're saying
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Corinthians are taking a break from the CONMEBOL Libertadores to turn their attention back to the Brazilian Championship. At 7:30 p.m. this Sunday (16), at Neo Química Arena, Timão will face Cruzeir...

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This Sunday (16), Corinthians and Cruzeiro face off at Neo Química Arena at 7:30 p.m. (Brasília time) in the 23rd round of the 2026 Brasileirão.Timão sit in ninth place with 32 points and want a s...

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