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🇧🇷 Serie A · Brazil

Cruzeiro & Sao Paulo Prediction

Cruzeiro
W L W L L
vs
20:30
07 Oct · Wed
Sao Paulo
W D L L W
Venue: Estádio Mineirão Referee: R. Pereira
Our prediction · Pre-match analysis
Total:Over: 2.5
75% confidence
1.97
Odds

Win Probability

Pre-match analysis
Home win
49%
Cruzeiro
Draw
28%
No bet
Away win
23%
Sao Paulo

Last Matches

Cruzeiro · Last 5

20.09 AVitoria 3 - 1 W
12.09 ASantos 1 - 2 L
06.09 HAtletico Paranaense 3 - 1 W
01.09 AAtletico-MG 1 - 2 L
29.08 AVasco DA Gama 1 - 3 L

Sao Paulo · Last 5

19.09 HInternacional 1 - 0 W
15.09 HBoca Juniors 1 - 1 D
12.09 APalmeiras 0 - 2 L
08.09 ABoca Juniors 0 - 1 L
05.09 HAtletico-MG 2 - 0 W

Head-to-Head

04.04.2026 Sao Paulo vs Cruzeiro 4 — 1
30.08.2025 Cruzeiro vs Sao Paulo 1 — 0
13.04.2025 Sao Paulo vs Cruzeiro 1 — 1
15.01.2025 Cruzeiro vs Sao Paulo 1 — 1
15.09.2024 Cruzeiro vs Sao Paulo 0 — 1

On October 8th, football enthusiasts will turn their attention to the Estádio Mineirão, where Cruzeiro is set to host Sao Paulo in a crucial Serie A encounter. Both teams are looking to assert their dominance in the league, with Cruzeiro aiming to capitalize on their home advantage while Sao Paulo seeks to improve their away form.

Cruzeiro, currently sitting 6th in the league, comes into this match with a mixed bag of results. Their recent form shows inconsistency, with two wins and three losses in their last five matches. Despite this, their home form has been impressive, remaining unbeaten in their last five games with three wins and two draws. They have managed to score an average of 2.00 goals at home while conceding just 1.00. This solid home performance will be a crucial factor as they face Sao Paulo, with no injury or suspension worries to disrupt their preparations.

On the other hand, Sao Paulo finds themselves in 11th position, struggling to find consistency in their performances. They have secured two victories in their last five outings but have suffered three losses, highlighting their vulnerabilities. Notably, their away form has been a significant concern, failing to register a win in their last five away games, with four losses and a draw. Their struggles on the road are evident, with an average of only 0.40 goals scored per away match while conceding 1.40. However, they too have a fully fit squad with no suspensions to deal with.

Both teams will be eager to secure the three points, with Cruzeiro looking to extend their strong home record while Sao Paulo aims to reverse their away fortunes. Given Cruzeiro's robust home performance and Sao Paulo's away struggles, the prediction for this match leans towards a home win for Cruzeiro. However, considering both teams' goal-scoring capabilities, the betting market suggests that "Total:Over: 2.5" is the most likely event. Cruzeiro's average of 2.00 goals per home game and Sao Paulo's potential to find the net create a dynamic where goals are expected.

Prediction and Betting Tips

75% Confidence
Total:Over: 2.5
Cruzeiro averages 2.00 goals per home game, and Sao Paulo's defense has struggled away from home, making a high-scoring match likely.
1.97
Odds

Bookmakers Odds

Cruzeiro vs Sao Paulo
Bookmaker 1 X 2
Pin Up Best odds 1.98 3.60 4.18 Bet now
William Hill 1.85 3.30 3.90 Bet now
Bet365 1.85 3.30 4.10 Bet now
Marathonbet 1.87 3.44 4.00 Bet now
Betfair 1.85 3.50 4.00 Bet now
BetVictor 1.90 3.40 3.90 Bet now
SBO 1.90 3.04 3.40 Bet now
1xBet 1.93 3.55 4.13 Bet now