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 with Cruzeiro currently holding the 9th position in the table 4 points behind Athletico PR. Cruzeiro have lost 2 Brazilian Serie A matches to Athletico PR out of the last 3 they have played. After their recent victory against Chapecoense, Cruzeiro is determined to keep their momentum going. Cruzeiro have won 4 of their last 9 Brazilian Serie A matches at Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto. Athletico PR's away record stands at 2 victories from 8 games. Following their 2-1 triumph over Remo, 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 88% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 76% of games. Their total stands at 23 goals and 82 shots on target this Brazilian Serie A season. Meanwhile, Athletico PR have scored 23 goals with 85 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 71% of matches but conceded in 76% 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.