During a period of rest, the attacker Gabigoldo Cruisewas in Guarulhos (SP) to watch the Kings League games. In conversation with influencers live, the center forward commented on the moment of rival Atlético-MG and believes that Galo will be champion of the Copa Sudamericana.
– We passed the Copa do Brasil, but the guys (Galo) won the Campeonato Mineiro, right? And I think Atlético will win the South American Championship – declared the player.
🎙️ Cruzeiro striker Gabigol claims that the #Atlético will be champion of the Copa Sudamericana:
“We passed the Brazilian Cup, but the guys (Galo) won the Campeonato Mineiro, right? And they’re going to win the Sudamericana, Atlético.”
📸 Playback/Loud pic.twitter.com/poa7BFiHA8
— CANAL BICA GALO (@canalbicagalo) November 10, 2025
After the draw with Fluminense last Sunday (09/11), at Mineirão, Cruzeiro’s athletes were given time off until Wednesday (12/11), when they return to training at Toca da Raposa. The attacker took advantage of the rest period to travel to the capital of São Paulo.
Meanwhile, Atlético-MG will not have a break: the team takes the field this Wednesday, at Arena MRV, to face Fortaleza in a delayed match of the 16th round of the Brazilian Championship.
Interestingly, Gabigol has already lifted a trophy at his rival’s stadium. In 2024, he won the Copa do Brasil with Flamengo, which was the first title decided at the newly opened Arena MRV.
Can Gabigol leave Cruzeiro?
Even with a contract signed until December 2028, the future of Gabigol in Cruzeiro it is uncertain. The 29-year-old striker is experiencing a period of uncertainty and could leave the club at the end of the 2025 season, especially given the dissatisfaction with his reserve status since the coach’s arrival. Leonardo Jardimin February.
The board, led by Pedro Lourençomaintains the desire to continue with the player and guarantees that there are no plans for an exit. According to Pedrinho, “Gabriel has a contract until 2028, we are calm and happy with him. We hope you stay for a long time”.
Despite the confidence of the celestial dome, Gabigol avoids guaranteeing permanence. In recent interviews, he stated that he will decide his future in December, after a meeting with his staff and Cruzeiro directors. “I’m looking for minutes. Every player wants to play. In December we will talk”, said the number 9 in September.
Gabriel’s frustration is linked to the leading role he had in the Flemishwhere he was top scorer, idol and multiple champion. Since arriving at Toca da Raposa, its use has been limited, even though its numbers are positive: 13 goals and 4 assists in 43 matchesbeing the team’s second top scorer, behind Kaio Jorge.
Behind the scenes, there are reports of foreign club surveysincluding a team from the United States that showed interest in August, although no official proposal has been presented to date.
Therefore, the scenario for 2026 is still uncertainty: Cruzeiro wants Gabigol to stay, but the player, dissatisfied with his time on the field, may seek new directions next season.
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