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 looking at the current form of Vasco and Cruzeiro. Vasco have won 1 Brazilian Serie A match against Cruzeiro out of the last 5 they have played. After their recent draw with Mirassol, Vasco aims to claim a win. Vasco have won 5 of their last 11 Brazilian Serie A matches at Estádio São Januário. 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 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 75% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 95% of games. Their total stands at 23 goals and 106 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 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.