FORTRESS MINEIRÃO: CRUZEIRO LOOK TO EXTEND IMPRESSIVE HOME RECORD AGAINST BAHIA
Cruzeiro v Bahia April 17, 2025 The historic Mineirão stadium in Belo Horizonte will host a compelling Brazilian Série A clash this Thursday as Cruzeiro welcome Bahia in a matchup that has historically favored the home side. Cruzeiro's dominance on home soil against the Tricolor has been remarkable, with the Raposa scoring in each of their last 17 home games against Bahia in the Brasileirão Série A. This impressive scoring run has translated into 11 wins, 5 draws, and just a single defeat – a 2-1 reverse back in 2013. The hosts' comfort at Mineirão extends beyond just matches against Bahia. In their last three Brasileirão Série A campaigns (2019, 2023, and 2024), Cruzeiro won their first two home games of each season. The pattern appears to be continuing in 2025, with the Raposa already securing a 2-1 victory against Mirassol in their home opener. "Our supporters create an incredible atmosphere at Mineirão," said Cruzeiro's coach. "We feel their energy...