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, with Savio Pereira Sampaio officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Palmeiras currently holding the 1st position in the table 15 points ahead of Cruzeiro. Palmeiras have won 2 Brazilian Serie A matches against Cruzeiro out of the last 5 they have played. After their recent draw with Cruzeiro, Palmeiras aims to claim a win. Palmeiras have won 6 of their last 8 Brazilian Serie A matches at Arena Crefisa Barueri. Cruzeiro's away record stands at 2 victories from 8 games. Following a draw in their last match against Palmeiras in the Brazilian Serie A, Cruzeiro is aiming to secure a win against Palmeiras.

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 69% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 69% of games. Their total stands at 26 goals and 70 shots on target this Brazilian Serie A season. Meanwhile, Cruzeiro have scored 21 goals with 75 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 88% of matches but conceded in 75% of games.

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