Cruzeiro Esporte Clube faced Fluminense in a match valid for the 18th round of the Brasileirão, held at Mineirão. The game ended in a 1-1 draw, with John Kennedy opening the scoring for Fluminense and Matheus Pereira equalizing for Cruzeiro. The result left Fluminense in third place with 31 points, while Cruzeiro seeks to improve its position in the table. Coach Artur Jorge fielded Cruzeiro with Fábio in goal and a solid defense, but the team could not secure a home victory. During the first half, Cruzeiro showed good performance, but it was Fluminense that managed to score first. In the second half, Cruzeiro responded and managed to equalize from a free kick. The match was marked by great saves from the goalkeepers and several goal-scoring opportunities for both teams. With the break for the World Cup, Cruzeiro will have time to prepare for upcoming challenges in the Brasileirão and national cups.