Cruzeiro defeats Bahia 3-2 to consolidate position in Brasileirão G-4

Cruzeiro secured its fourth consecutive victory in the Campeonato Brasileiro with a 3-2 comeback win against Bahia at the Mineirão stadium. Despite an early injury to defender Fabrício Bruno, which forced an early substitution of Viña, Cruzeiro managed to overcome an initial deficit.

Bahia opened the scoring in the 31st minute through a goal by Cristian Oliveira. Cruzeiro responded before halftime with a goal from Kaio Jorge. In the second half, Bruno Rodrigues scored to give Cruzeiro the lead. Although Kaio Jorge missed a penalty during the match, he later scored a decisive second goal to seal the victory. Alejo Véliz scored a late consolation goal for Bahia.

With this result, Cruzeiro reaches 60 points, maintaining its position in the top four and moving closer to a direct qualification spot for the 2027 Copa Libertadores. Bahia remains in sixth place with 53 points, seven points behind Cruzeiro, missing the opportunity to enter the direct qualification zone. Additionally, Kaio Jorge’s performance moved him past Ronaldo on the club’s all-time scoring list, bringing his total to 58 goals.