Cruzeiro’s Lineup vs. Barcelona Guayaquil: Key Players and Absences (April 7)
Cruzeiro faces Universidad Católica in the Copa Libertadores second round. The match is set for April 14, 2026, at 21:00 Brasília time.
Match context
The game will be played at Mineirão, in Belo Horizonte. It is part of the 2026 Libertadores group stage.
Cruzeiro opened the campaign with a 1-0 win over Barcelona de Guayaquil. The team also beat Bragantino 2-1 in the Brasileiro.
Lineups and key availability
Managers announced probable selections ahead of kickoff. Coaches are Artur Jorge and Daniel Garnero.
Cruzeiro probable lineup
- Matheus Cunha (goalkeeper)
- Fagner; Fabrício Bruno; Jonathan Jesus; Kaiki Bruno (defense)
- Lucas Silva; Gerson; Matheus Pereira (midfield)
- Christian; Arroyo; Néiser Villarreal (attack)
Romero is back after missing three matches. Kaio Jorge is out with a pubis problem.
Cássio, Sinisterra and Marquinhos remain sidelined. Cruzeiro’s lineup will be watched for these absences and returns.
Universidad Católica probable lineup
- Bernedo (goalkeeper)
- Gónzalez; Branco Ampuero; Juan Diaz; Arancibia; Cuevas (defense)
- Martínez — (Zuqui) Valencia; Matías Palavecino (midfield)
- Zampedri; Giani (attack)
Broadcast and technical details
Copa Libertadores 2026 — 2nd round. Kickoff at 21h (Brasília).
Venue: Mineirão, Belo Horizonte (MG). Broadcast on ESPN and Disney+ streaming.
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