Cruzeiro defeated Corinthians 2-1 on the road in round 23 of the 2026 Serie A season. Corinthians lost at home, struggling with squad limits. Cruzeiro secured the win using backup players and earned three points in the standings.

Corinthians now has new worries ahead. They must play Rosario Central next and have to recover fast from this home setback. Cruzeiro seized all three points in the match with their secondary lineup. Corinthians has to now focus on their next match.