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 17 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 victory against Chapecoense, Palmeiras is determined to keep their momentum going. Palmeiras have won 7 of their last 9 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 Fluminense 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 67% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 61% of games. Their total stands at 30 goals and 80 shots on target this Brazilian Serie A season. Meanwhile, Cruzeiro have scored 24 goals with 85 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 89% of matches but conceded in 78% 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.