Cruzeiro vs Flamengo Predictions

Cruzeiro vs Flamengo is scheduled for kick off on 22 August, 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 10 points behind Flamengo. Cruzeiro have lost 3 Brazilian Serie A matches to Flamengo out of the last 5 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. Flamengo's away record stands at 5 victories from 9 games. Following their 3-0 triumph over Coritiba, Flamengo 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, Flamengo have scored 31 goals with 83 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 94% of matches but conceded in 59% of games.

In their last 5 head-to-head clashes, Cruzeiro scored 3 goals while Flamengo scored 6 goals. Their last match on 12 March 2026 ended in 2-0 to Flamengo.