Athletico vs Cruzeiro — Pass Map

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Pass Map

Athletico 2 – 1 Cruzeiro

Brasileirão Serie A · 19 Mar 2026

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Node size = touches

Edge thickness = est. passes

High xG assisted

Tactical Themes

Possession anchor from deep

L. Villalba completed 76 passes at 91.6% accuracy with 97 touches, dominating ball retention for Cruzeiro's defense. His volume and precision controlled tempo and provided a reliable outlet to launch attacks from the back.

Creative spark from fullback

L. Esquivel generated 3 key passes and 0.215 expected assists for Athletico's defense. His attacking contributions showed the fullback as a genuine creative threat down the flank.

Defensive work rate on display

J. F. Aguirre recorded 15 combined tackles, interceptions, recoveries, and clearances for Athletico. His constant intervention and positioning anchored the team's resistance throughout the match.

Defensive shift off the bench

Wanderson saw 36 minutes as a Cruzeiro substitute but registered 0 key passes and 0.019 expected assists. His impact focused on defensive stability rather than advancing the team's attacking play.