Athletico PR vs Cruzeiro Predictions

Athletico PR vs Cruzeiro is scheduled for kick off on 18 March, at 22:30. The game is set to take place at Estádio Mário Celso Petraglia, with Rodrigo Jose Pereira de Lima officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Athletico PR currently holding the 5th position in the table 4 points ahead of Cruzeiro. Athletico PR have won 2 Brazilian Serie A matches against Cruzeiro out of the last 3 they have played. After their recent loss to Vasco, Athletico PR is determined to redeem themselves. Athletico PR have won 6 of their last 8 Brazilian Serie A matches at Estádio Mário Celso Petraglia. Cruzeiro's away record stands at 2 victories from 7 games. Following their 2-1 triumph over Bahia, Cruzeiro have boosted their morale as they seek to beat Athletico PR on their home ground.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Athletico PR have scored over 1.5 goals in 67% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 73% of games. Their total stands at 20 goals and 71 shots on target this Brazilian Serie A season. Meanwhile, Cruzeiro have scored 20 goals with 71 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 87% of matches but conceded in 73% of games.

In their last 3 head-to-head clashes, Athletico PR scored 5 goals while Cruzeiro scored 3 goals. Their last match on 18 March 2026 ended in 2-1 to Athletico PR.