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Yet, this excitement has collided with the stark reality of the team's performance. While Stars like Gabigol and Dudu were expected to demonstrate their previous quality, many have shown signs of being well past their prime. Flávio highlighted that it was premature to label the team as a “super Cruzeiro,” noting that many of the new recruits were not only out of form but were also reserves in their former clubs.