Santos vs Cruzeiro Predictions

Santos vs Cruzeiro is scheduled for kick off on 12 September, at 00:00. The game is set to take place at Estádio Urbano Caldeira. This match is bound to be interesting with Santos currently holding the 17th position in the table 5 points behind Cruzeiro. Santos have won 2 Brazilian Serie A matches against Cruzeiro out of the last 3 they have played. After their recent loss to Grêmio, Santos is determined to redeem themselves. Santos have won 4 of their last 9 Brazilian Serie A matches at Estádio Urbano Caldeira. Cruzeiro's away record stands at 2 victories from 8 games. Following their 2-1 triumph over Chapecoense, Cruzeiro have boosted their morale as they seek to beat Santos on their home ground.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Santos have scored over 1.5 goals in 88% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 76% of games. Their total stands at 23 goals and 54 shots on target this Brazilian Serie A season. Meanwhile, Cruzeiro have scored 23 goals with 82 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 88% of matches but conceded in 76% of games.

In their last 3 head-to-head clashes, Santos scored 5 goals while Cruzeiro scored 1 goal. Their last match on 22 March 2026 ended in a 0-0 draw.