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Corinthians prepare to host Cruzeiro in Brasileirão match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 10:54 PM

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.

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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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