Kaio Jorge apologizes after derby challenge against Ruan Tressoldi

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 6:10 PM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Kaio Jorge apologizes after derby challenge against Ruan Tressoldi

Summary

Kaio Jorge of Cruzeiro has issued an apology for a challenge on Ruan Tressoldi during the Copa do Brasil derby. Tressoldi fell dangerously but was cleared of serious injury. Both players share the same agency, C2 Sports, which is attempting to mediate the situation. Following the incident, Tressoldi publicly criticized Jorge, calling into question his character. The Atlético-MG club plans to escalate the matter to the STJD, highlighting Jorge's previous actions. Cruzeiro and Atlético-MG are set to meet again next Tuesday, a match that is crucial for advancing in the Copa do Brasil.

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•Kaio Jorge apologized for a hard tackle on Ruan Tressoldi.
•Tressoldi criticized Jorge's character on social media.
•Atlético-MG plans to report Jorge's actions to the STJD.
•Both players are represented by C2 Sports, which is mediating tensions.
•The next match between Cruzeiro and Atlético-MG is on Tuesday at Arena MRV.

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6:10 PMYahoo Sports — Kaio Jorge apologises for derby challenge, camp tries to calm spat

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After the hard challenge that led to defender Ruan Tressoldi’s dangerous fall in the derby in the Copa do Brasil, Cruzeiro forward Kaio Jorge sent a message to apologize.Both players are represented...
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