Palmeiras vs Cruzeiro Predictions

Palmeiras vs Cruzeiro is scheduled for kick off on 17 May, at 00:00. The game is set to take place at Arena Crefisa Barueri. This match is bound to be interesting with Palmeiras currently holding the 1st position in the table 16 points ahead of Cruzeiro. Palmeiras have won 2 Brazilian Serie A matches against Cruzeiro out of the last 4 they have played. After their recent victory against Bragantino, Palmeiras is determined to keep their momentum going. Palmeiras have won 6 of their last 6 Brazilian Serie A matches at Arena Crefisa Barueri. 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 Palmeiras on their home ground.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Palmeiras have scored over 1.5 goals in 62% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 62% of games. Their total stands at 23 goals and 60 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 4 head-to-head clashes, Palmeiras scored 5 goals while Cruzeiro scored 3 goals. Their last match on 26 October 2025 ended in a 0-0 draw.