As Cruzeiro prepares for their upcoming match against Democrata-GV, they aim for another victory in the Campeonato Mineiro. The game is scheduled for Thursday, February 22, 2026, at 6:30 PM Brasília time, and will take place at the Mineirão stadium. This is the fourth round of the tournament.
Cruzeiro’s Lineup Strategies
Head coach Tite is expected to make several changes to the starting lineup. With a crucial classic match against Atlético coming up on Sunday, February 25, Tite will likely rest some of his key players and provide opportunities for those on the bench.
- Key Players to Watch:
- Fagner
- Chico da Costa
- Keny Arroyo
- Potential Newcomer:
- Gerson, who is now cleared to play.
Predicted Cruzeiro Lineup Against Democrata-GV
The likely formation for Cruzeiro includes the following players:
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | Cássio |
| Defender | Fagner |
| Defender | Fabrício Bruno (substituting João Marcelo) |
| Defender | Jonathan Jesus |
| Defender | Kaiki (substituting Kauã Prates) |
| Midfielder | Lucas Romero (substituting Ryan Guilherme) |
| Midfielder | Gerson (substituting Lucas Silva) |
| Midfielder | Christian |
| Midfielder | Japa (substituting Matheus Pereira) |
| Forward | Arroyo |
| Forward | Chico da Costa |
Current Standings
As of now, Cruzeiro leads Group C with six points, while Democrata-GV is in second place in Group A, holding five points. The upcoming match is crucial for both teams as they seek to solidify their positions in the tournament.
