Cruzeiro vs Palmeiras Predictions

Cruzeiro vs Palmeiras is scheduled for kick off on 18 November, 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 17 points behind Palmeiras. Cruzeiro have lost 2 Brazilian Serie A matches to Palmeiras 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. Palmeiras's away record stands at 5 victories from 9 games. Following their 1-0 triumph over Chapecoense, 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 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, Palmeiras have scored 30 goals with 80 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 67% of matches but conceded in 61% 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.