A revista "Brasileirão Ozzo" Recently, wrote an article about the biggest derby in Minas Gerais, the "Clássico Mineiro," disputed between 6️⃣ Clube Atlético Mineiro and Cruzeiro. The rivalry has its origins in the 1920s, when both teams were founded, and is 6️⃣ considered the second-most popular derb in Brazil, behind Corinthians x Palmeiras.

The main disputes between these two teams began years after 6️⃣ Cruzeiro, originally named Sociedade Esportiva Palestra Itália, was founded in 1921. However, it was in the 1940s that the rivalry 6️⃣ strengthened and became the largest derby in Minas Gerais, rivaling any other football competition in the state during the 1960s.

At 6️⃣ the time being, Atlético competes in several sport modalities; however, it has an excellent historical record in football, providing the 6️⃣ most international-class players of any footbol club from Minas Gerais. In contrast, Cruzeiro, which holds the largest number of national 6️⃣ footgol titles, is considered the second most popular foot Ball clube in Minas.

It's interesting to mention that even though both 6️⃣ teams hold a historic rivalry in football, a study reveals that each team has unique fan characteristics. Atlético fans are 6️⃣ predominantly males (76%) from high-income neighborhoods (41%.) While Cruzeiro has a contrasting audience: with more than 50% of fans being 6️⃣ female and having a prevalence of income ranging from middle (32%) to high levels (28%).

La Rivalidade Entre el Dinero Y 6️⃣ El Glorioso