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 11th position in the table 6 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 draw with Fluminense, Cruzeiro aims to claim a win. Cruzeiro have won 4 of their last 10 Brazilian Serie A matches at Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto. Athletico PR's away record stands at 2 victories from 8 games. Following their 1-0 triumph over Mirassol, 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 89% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 78% of games. Their total stands at 24 goals and 85 shots on target this Brazilian Serie A season. Meanwhile, Athletico PR have scored 24 goals with 87 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 67% of matches but conceded in 72% 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.