Vitória and Cruzeiro prepare for Série A clash at Barradão

Vitória and Cruzeiro are preparing to face each other this Sunday at the Barradão stadium for the 28th round of the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A.

Vitória is looking to break a 16-year winless streak against Cruzeiro in the top flight, a drought dating back to 2010. The team is working on player fitness, with Uruguayan winger Ignacio “Nacho” Laquintana expected to make his debut following his recent transfer. Additionally, midfielder Martínez has returned to training, though defenders Camutanga and Edu remain under individual physical supervision.

Cruzeiro enters the match with a boost to their defense as center-back Jonathan Jesus has recovered from a leg injury and is available to strengthen the backline. However, the team faces uncertainty in the midfield, as Lucas Romero is a doubt due to calf discomfort. Cruzeiro currently sits in 6th place, while Vitória occupies 12th.