Cruzeiro stands as one of Brazil’s historic football institutions, deeply rooted in the city of Belo Horizonte, in the state of Minas Gerais, a region passionate about the beautiful game. Founded in 1921, the club has been a fixture in the nation’s vibrant football scene for over a century.

The club calls the Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto, more famously known as the Mineirão, its home. This impressive stadium, with a capacity of 62,170, is one of Brazil’s iconic football cathedrals, hosting countless memorable matches throughout its history and providing a grand stage for Cruzeiro’s domestic campaigns.

As a representative of Minas Gerais, Cruzeiro continues to be a notable presence in Brazilian club football.