Cruzeiro vs Palmeiras Predictions

Cruzeiro vs Palmeiras is scheduled for kick off on 18 November, at 23:30. 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 Palmeiras. Cruzeiro have lost 2 Brazilian Serie A matches to Palmeiras out of the last 5 they have played. After their recent victory against Bahia, Cruzeiro is determined to keep their momentum going. Cruzeiro have won 10 of their last 17 Brazilian Serie A matches at Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto. Palmeiras's away record stands at 8 victories from 17 games. Following their 6-1 triumph over Remo, Palmeiras 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 82% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 76% of games. Their total stands at 55 goals and 184 shots on target this Brazilian Serie A season. Meanwhile, Palmeiras have scored 62 goals with 179 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 68% of matches but conceded in 53% of games.

In their last 5 head-to-head clashes, Cruzeiro scored 4 goals while Palmeiras scored 6 goals. Their last match on 17 May 2026 ended in a 1-1 draw.