Cruzeiro have 35 players in their 2026 squad: 5 goalkeepers, 9 defenders, 7 midfielders, 14 forwards. The average age is 24.6.
Goalkeepers
| No. | Player | Age |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cássio | 38 |
| 12 | Eraclito Marcelo | 19 |
| 41 | Leo Aragão | 23 |
| 51 | Vitor Lamounier | 18 |
| 81 | Otávio Eleodoro Rezende Costa | 20 |
Defenders
| No. | Player | Age |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Kauã Moraes | 19 |
| 6 | M. Viña | 28 |
| 12 | William | 30 |
| 15 | Fabrício Bruno | 29 |
| 23 | Fágner | 36 |
| 25 | L. Villalba | 31 |
| 27 | G. Rojas | 28 |
| 34 | Jonathan | 21 |
| 43 | João Marcelo | 26 |
Midfielders
| No. | Player | Age |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | Zé Lucas | 17 |
| 7 | Matheus Henrique | 28 |
| 8 | Gerson | 28 |
| 10 | Matheus Pereira | 30 |
| 16 | Lucas Silva | 32 |
| 29 | L. Romero | 31 |
| 40 | Rhuan Gabriel | 19 |
Forwards
| No. | Player | Age |
|---|---|---|
| 9 | Bruno Rodrigues | 29 |
| 11 | Marquinhos | 22 |
| 17 | L. Sinisterra | 26 |
| 19 | Kaio Jorge | 23 |
| 20 | Wesley Gassova | 20 |
| 22 | N. Villareal | 20 |
| 38 | Felipe Morais | 17 |
| 57 | R. Lelis | 18 |
| 67 | João Gabriel e Costa Cesco | 20 |
| 70 | Kenji | 19 |
| 77 | Gabriel Pec | 24 |
| 94 | Wanderson | 31 |
| 97 | L. Rodríguez | 22 |
| 99 | K. Arroyo | 19 |
Cruzeiro manager
Leonardo Jardim (Portugal, aged 51) is the Cruzeiro head coach since 2025.
Cruzeiro key players this season
Cruzeiro players among the Brasileirão Série A scoring and assist leaders:
- Matheus Pereira: 9 goals, 4 assists
- K. Arroyo: 4 goals, 4 assists
When does Cruzeiro play next?
Cruzeiro’s next match is Cruzeiro vs Sao Paulo in the Brasileirão Série A on Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
- US: Fanatiz (Wed, Oct 7, 8:30 PM ET / 5:30 PM PT)
Cruzeiro stadium
Cruzeiro play at Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais (capacity 62,170).
Frequently asked questions
How many players are in the Cruzeiro squad?
Cruzeiro have 35 registered players: 5 goalkeepers, 9 defenders, 7 midfielders, 14 forwards.
Who is the Cruzeiro manager?
Leonardo Jardim is the Cruzeiro head coach.
Who is the youngest player at Cruzeiro?
Zé Lucas, aged 17.
Who is the oldest player at Cruzeiro?
Cássio, aged 38.
Updated Monday, October 5, 2026 at 11:30 PM ET