Vasco vs Cruzeiro Predictions

Vasco vs Cruzeiro is scheduled for kick off on 29 August, at 00:00. The game is set to take place at Estádio São Januário. This match is bound to be interesting with Vasco currently holding the 10th position in the table with the same number of points as Cruzeiro. Vasco have won 1 Brazilian Serie A match against Cruzeiro out of the last 5 they have played. After their recent loss to Corinthians, Vasco is determined to redeem themselves. Vasco have won 4 of their last 7 Brazilian Serie A matches at Estádio São Januário. 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 Vasco on their home ground.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Vasco have scored over 1.5 goals in 85% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 100% of games. Their total stands at 18 goals and 70 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, Vasco scored 6 goals while Cruzeiro scored 5 goals. Their last match on 15 March 2026 ended in a 3-3 draw.