Cruzeiro vs Fortaleza Predictions

Cruzeiro vs Fortaleza is scheduled for kick off on 06 August, at 01:00. The game is set to take place at Estádio Kleber José de Andrade, with Alex Gomes Stefano officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Cruzeiro currently holding the 9th position in the table 16 points behind Fortaleza. Cruzeiro have lost 1 Brazilian Serie A match to Fortaleza out of the last 2 they have played. After their recent victory against Juventude, Cruzeiro is determined to keep their momentum going. Cruzeiro have won 10 of their last 19 Brazilian Serie A matches at Estádio Kleber José de Andrade. Fortaleza's away record stands at 5 victories from 19 games. Following their 3-0 triumph over Internacional, Fortaleza have boosted their morale as they seek to beat Cruzeiro on their home ground.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Cruzeiro have scored over 1.5 goals in 71% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 68% of games. Their total stands at 43 goals and 162 shots on target this Brazilian Serie A season. Meanwhile, Fortaleza have scored 53 goals with 147 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 74% of matches but conceded in 66% of games.

In their last 2 head-to-head clashes, Cruzeiro scored 2 goals while Fortaleza scored 3 goals. Their last match on 06 August 2024 ended in 2-1 to Fortaleza.