Cruzeiro vs Athletico PR Predictions

Cruzeiro vs Athletico PR is scheduled for kick off on 05 September, at 00:00. The game is set to take place at Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto. This match is bound to be interesting looking at the current form of Cruzeiro and Athletico PR. Cruzeiro have lost 2 Brazilian Serie A matches to Athletico PR out of the last 3 they have played. After their recent loss to Botafogo, Cruzeiro is determined to redeem themselves. Cruzeiro have won 4 of their last 11 Brazilian Serie A matches at Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto. Athletico PR's away record stands at 3 victories from 9 games. Following their 2-0 triumph over Internacional, Athletico PR have boosted their morale as they seek to beat Cruzeiro on their home ground.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Cruzeiro have scored over 1.5 goals in 85% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 80% of games. Their total stands at 26 goals and 97 shots on target this Brazilian Serie A season. Meanwhile, Athletico PR have scored 28 goals with 93 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 70% of matches but conceded in 70% of games.

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