Flamengo, the defending champions, advanced as group winners, while Cruzeiro qualified as the second - placed team in their group. In the league, Flamengo has an outstanding record. After 21 matches in the Brazilian Serie A, they have 12 wins, 6 draws, and 3 losses, accumulating 42 points and sitting in second place. Their offensive and defensive statistics are remarkable, with an average of 1.81 goals per game and only 0.32 goals conceded per game. On the other hand, Cruzeiro has played 22 rounds, achieving 9 wins, 6 draws, and 7 losses, amassing 33 points and ranking 5th. They have a decent attack, but their defense is a concern as they have conceded 31 goals in 22 rounds. In terms of injuries, Cruzeiro has 5 players out, while Flamengo only has 2 absentees. Looking at their head - to - head record, Flamengo defeated Cruzeiro 2 - 0 at home in a previous encounter. Now, Cruzeiro is set to host Flamengo at the Mineirão Stadium in the first leg of the round of 16 of the Copa Libertador
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O/U
Cruzeiro
1-1
Flamengo