Analysis The numbers behind the result
Cruzeiro edge Remo in low-quality contest
Despite narrowly winning 1-0, Cruzeiro's victory was deserved based on the balance of play. Their 0.89 xG outpaced Remo's 0.28, reflecting superior chance creation despite Remo shading possession (53% to 47%). The decisive moment came in first-half stoppage time when Fabrício Bruno headed home Matheus Pereira's assist.
Both sides struggled to turn possession into high-quality chances, registering just nine shots apiece. Cruzeiro were more clinical, however, with four on target compared to Remo's two. The hosts also forced more corners (7 to 6) and restricted Remo to just two shots on goal.
The key stat was Cruzeiro's dominance in shots inside the box (6 to 4), indicating they carried the greater attacking threat in the areas that matter most. Remo's three second-half yellow cards underlined their frustration against a disciplined Cruzeiro defence.