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 with backup players and took three points in the standings.

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