Serie B · Season 2021
Match Events
Penalty
assist: Rômulo
assist: João Paulo
assist: Marcelinho
Match Statistics
Lineups
Defensive Solidity
Confiança deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Cruzeiro's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Confiança field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Cruzeiro's 3 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Confiança start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Cruzeiro averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Age & Experience
The average age of Confiança's starting XI is 37.0 (youngest: Willians Santana (37), oldest: Willians Santana (37)), while Cruzeiro average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Substitutes
Coach: Rodrigo Santana
Substitutes
Coach: Felipe Conceição
Match Summary
Confiança defeated Cruzeiro 3:1. The match was played in Serie B 2021. Goals were scored by Neto Berola 33′ (pen.), Bissoli 56′, Cristiano 72′, Daniel Penha 80′. 8 yellow cards were shown, 2 red cards. Confiança had 51% possession while Cruzeiro held 49%. Confiança had 13 shots (5 on target) compared to 10 (1 on target) for Cruzeiro. Confiança made 5 substitutions, Cruzeiro made 5.
Confiança vs Cruzeiro Head to Head Results
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