Cruzeiro made their debut in the 2026 Brasileirão by being thrashed 4-0 by Botafogo in Rio de Janeiro.
Besides the heavy scoreline, this marks the third consecutive defeat for Raposa, including the loss to Atlético-MG in the last round of the state championship.
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As a result, social media did not forgive Cruzeiro’s disastrous start.
Especially because, last year, the celestial team was in the running for the Brasileirão title alongside Palmeiras and Flamengo, under the command of Portuguese coach Leonardo Jardim.
Check out the main reactions on social media below
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