Cruzeiro vs Palmeiras Predictions

Cruzeiro vs Palmeiras is scheduled for kick off on 05 December, at 01:30. The game is set to take place at Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto, with Anderson Daronco officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Cruzeiro currently holding the 9th position in the table 21 points behind Palmeiras. Cruzeiro have lost 2 Brazilian Serie A matches to Palmeiras out of the last 3 they have played. After their recent draw with Vitória, Cruzeiro aims to claim a win. Cruzeiro have won 10 of their last 19 Brazilian Serie A matches at Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto. Palmeiras's away record stands at 10 victories from 19 games. Following their 2-0 triumph over Ahly, Palmeiras 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, Palmeiras have scored 60 goals with 224 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 71% of matches but conceded in 58% of games.

In their last 3 head-to-head clashes, Cruzeiro scored 3 goals while Palmeiras scored 5 goals. Their last match on 01 June 2025 ended in 2-1 to Cruzeiro.