Cruzeiro and Santos Draw 0-0 in Brasileirão Match

Cruzeiro and Santos played to a 0-0 draw on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at the Governador Magalhães Pinto stadium in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, in a Brasileirão Betano Round 8 match. The result leaves Cruzeiro at the bottom of the league table and Santos struggling to move away from the relegation zone.

Match Summary

The match, played in front of the home crowd at the Mineirão, saw Cruzeiro attempt to take the initiative, but they were met with a resolute Santos defense. Santos goalkeeper Gabriel Brazão proved crucial, making several key saves to deny Cruzeiro’s attacking efforts. Despite Cruzeiro’s dominance in possession (60.9% to Santos’ 39.1%), they were unable to find the back of the net.

Santos had a goal disallowed for offside in the 49th minute, scored by Barreal after a pass from Rony. The attack was ruled offside after a review, keeping the score level.

Key Moments

• First Half: Cruzeiro pushed for an early goal, with Gerson having a clear chance saved by Brazão.
• Second Half: Santos attempted to increase their attacking presence, but Cruzeiro maintained control, though lacking a cutting edge in the final third.
• 78th Minute: Wanderson shot from outside the area, forcing a save from Brazão.
• 83rd Minute: Villalba had a shot saved by Brazão, but the move was called offside.
• 90’+9 Minute: Gabriel Menino (Santos) received a yellow card.

Team Lineups

Cruzeiro

Starting XI: Matheus Cunha, William, Fabrício Bruno, Villalba, Kaiki Bruno, Matheus Henrique, Gerson, Christian, Matheus Pereira, Arroyo, Neyser Villarreal.

Substitutions: Lucas Silva for Matheus Henrique, Kenji for Christian, Wanderson for Arroyo, Bruno Rodrigues for Neyser Villarreal.

Santos

Starting XI: Matheus Cunha, Kaiki, Villalba, Bruno, William, Gerson, Matheus Henrique, Lucas Silva, Neyser Villareal, Bruno Rodrigues, Keny Arroyo.

Substitutions:

League Standings

As of March 22, 2026, Cruzeiro sits in 19th place with 4 points, while Santos is in 17th place with 7 points in the Brasileirão Betano standings.

Discipline

Cruzeiro Yellow Cards: William, Matheus Pereira

Santos Yellow Cards: Gabriel Menino, Rincón, Gustavo Henrique, Barreal

Match Details

• Date: March 22, 2026
• Time: 7:00 PM UTC
• Venue: Governador Magalhães Pinto stadium, Belo Horizonte, Brazil
• Referee: Ramon Abatti Abel

Sources: Sofascore, 90min, ESPN