Cruzeiro beat Corinthians 2-1 on the road in round twenty-third of the 2026 Serie A season. Corinthians suffered at home, struggling with squad limits. Cruzeiro claimed the win with backup players and took three points in the standings.

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