Cruzeiro vs Grêmio Friendly Lineups Announced for Sunday

Cruzeiro’s Friendly Overview

Cruzeiro will face Grêmio in a friendly scheduled for Sunday, December 12, kicking off at 5 p.m. Brasília time at Mané Garrincha Stadium. The match will be streamed live on YouTube by Metrópoles Esportes and GrêmioTV. This encounter marks Cruzeiro’s second pre‑season friendly, following a 2‑0 victory over Defensor. Gabriel Pec is poised for a possible debut with the Raposa, while Arroyo remains sidelined due to a right‑thigh injury. The club’s return to official competition is set for December 22 against Internacional.

Grêmio’s Squad News

Grêmio enters the weekend friendly as the third club to play preseason games, having beaten Cascavel 2‑1 and lost 1‑2 to Chapecoense. Head coach Luís Castro will be missing Weverton and Balbuena, who received a brief rest after the Cup. Marlon is still recovering from an ankle fracture, and Tiaguinho has been ruled out because of a migraine episode. Braithwaite, meanwhile, has limited training due to flu‑like symptoms. The Tricolor’s next official match is slated for January 17 against Mirassol.

Viewing Details

Fans eager to watch the encounter can do so via the YouTube channels of Metrópoles Esportes and GrêmioTV, both offering live coverage. The stadium’s location in Brasília provides a neutral venue for both sides to test new tactics. These friendlies serve as a final preparation step before the official league and cup fixtures resume. Stay tuned for updates on player availability as the week progresses.