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 17th position in the table 4 points behind Cruzeiro. Vasco have won 1 Brazilian Serie A match against Cruzeiro out of the last 5 they have played. After their recent loss to Atlético MG, Vasco is determined to redeem themselves. Vasco have won 5 of their last 10 Brazilian Serie A matches at Estádio São Januário. 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 Vasco.

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 78% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 94% of games. Their total stands at 22 goals and 99 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, Vasco scored 6 goals while Cruzeiro scored 5 goals. Their last match on 15 March 2026 ended in a 3-3 draw.