Cruzeiro’s coach Leonardo Jardim is bracing for a challenge after his team lost 0-1 to RB Bragantino at the Estádio Nabi Abi Chedid.
The defeat comes after Cruzeiro’s win against Bahia in the previous match.
Jhon Jhon scored the only goal just 15 minutes into the game.
Bragantino wanted to celebrate with a win before the stadium undergoes renovations.
The Impact of Fixture Congestion
Cruzeiro is also competing in the Copa Sul-Americana, which has led to fixture congestion.
Jardim acknowledged the strain on his players, saying, “The dynamics are different now.
We have a big game in the Sul-Americana, but we have players on the bench who are ready to play.”
He plans to make changes to the lineup to give resting players a chance.
The coach noted that some players showed signs of fatigue during the three previous games.
This is an opportunity for other players to prove themselves and show they can do the job.
The team’s management and fans all want the same thing – success.
Standings Update
The loss dropped Cruzeiro to seventh place with 7 points.
Bragantino jumped to fourth place with 10 points.
Cruzeiro’s next game is against Palestino in Chile on Wednesday.
They’ll have to be sharp to succeed in the Copa Sul-Americana.
Cruzeiro faces a tough task ahead, with a crucial Copa Sul-Americana match against Palestino in Chile just around the corner.
The team will have to regroup and come up with a solid strategy to overcome their opponents and make a strong comeback.
