Athletico PR vs Cruzeiro Predictions

Athletico PR vs Cruzeiro is scheduled for kick off on 18 March, at 22:30. The game is set to take place at Estádio Mário Celso Petraglia, with Rodrigo Jose Pereira de Lima officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting looking at the current form of Athletico PR and Cruzeiro. Athletico PR have won 2 Brazilian Serie A matches against Cruzeiro out of the last 3 they have played. After their recent victory against Internacional, Athletico PR is determined to keep their momentum going. Athletico PR have won 8 of their last 11 Brazilian Serie A matches at Estádio Mário Celso Petraglia. Cruzeiro's away record stands at 3 victories from 9 games. Following their 1-0 loss to Botafogo, Cruzeiro is determined to bounce back with a win against Athletico PR.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Athletico PR have scored over 1.5 goals in 70% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 70% of games. Their total stands at 28 goals and 93 shots on target this Brazilian Serie A season. Meanwhile, Cruzeiro have scored 26 goals with 97 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 85% of matches but conceded in 80% of games.

In their last 3 head-to-head clashes, Athletico PR scored 5 goals while Cruzeiro scored 3 goals. Their last match on 18 March 2026 ended in 2-1 to Athletico PR.