"Starting with the hosts, last seen putting in another eye-catching performance as they clinched a 2-1 victory away at Bahia, Cruzeiro are in the midst of what has been a sensational run of form. Getting the weekend's fixtures underway sat in silver medal position and just three points adrift of leaders Flamengo, the Foxes have rightfully received a string of public praise from across South America."
"Booking their Copa do Brasil semi-final ticket at a canter earlier in the month as they secured a thumping 4-0 aggregate win against Atletico-MG, Cruzeiro have won all of their previous five consecutive appearances across all competitions. Likewise, the Serie A title contenders have won all of their last three straight domestic showdowns in front of their own supporters by an aggregate score of 5-1."
Cruzeiro are riding a sensational run of form, sitting second in the Serie A and three points behind leaders Flamengo. The team has won five consecutive matches in all competitions and three straight home league games by a 5-1 aggregate. Cruzeiro recently reached the Copa do Brasil semi-finals with a 4-0 aggregate win over Atletico-MG. Manager Leonardo Jardim can welcome back Eduardo and Lucas Silva from suspension, while defender Fagner remains sidelined. Luis Sinisterra, on loan from Bournemouth, could start after scoring off the bench. Kaio Jorge has 15 Serie A goals and will lead the attack. Bragantino have slipped down the table after a heavy 4-1 loss to Botafogo.
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