Flamengo vs Cruzeiro Predictions

Flamengo vs Cruzeiro is scheduled for kick off on 12 March, at 00:30. The game is set to take place at Estadio Jornalista Mário Filho (Maracanã), with Flavio Rodrigues de Souza officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Flamengo currently holding the 2nd position in the table 7 points ahead of Cruzeiro. Flamengo have won 3 Brazilian Serie A matches against Cruzeiro out of the last 5 they have played. After their recent victory against Bahia, Flamengo is determined to keep their momentum going. Flamengo have won 4 of their last 6 Brazilian Serie A matches at Estadio Jornalista Mário Filho (Maracanã). Cruzeiro's away record stands at 1 victory from 6 games. Following their 1-0 triumph over Remo, Cruzeiro have boosted their morale as they seek to beat Flamengo on their home ground.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Flamengo have scored over 1.5 goals in 100% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 64% of games. Their total stands at 20 goals and 52 shots on target this Brazilian Serie A season. Meanwhile, Cruzeiro have scored 17 goals with 62 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 85% of matches but conceded in 69% of games.

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