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Brazil. Campeonato Brasileiro. Serie A

Cruzeiro Esporte Clube vs Fluminense: Prediction, Odds & Analysis

Cruzeiro Esporte Clube Cruzeiro Esporte ClubevsFluminense Fluminense
Our predictionCruzeiro Esporte Clube to win
Confidence: High · 79/100
Score hint: 2-1

Our model leans Cruzeiro Esporte Clube (50% probability), high confidence.

Why this prediction

+ supports the predicted pick, − argues against it.

Win probabilities

1 · Cruzeiro Esporte Clube50%
Draw25%
2 · Fluminense26%
1 · Cruzeiro Esporte ClubeDraw2 · Fluminense
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Value radar

Markets where our model disagrees with the bookmaker. A positive edge means our model rates the outcome more likely than the odds imply — a potential value spot.

1X2Cruzeiro Esporte Clube2.07+3.8%
1X2Draw3.70-0.9%
1X2Fluminense3.34-2.8%
Our model BookmakerPositive edge = potential value. Not betting advice.

Recent form

Cruzeiro Esporte ClubeWWDDW
FluminenseWLWWW
Team strength rating
Cruzeiro Esporte Clube
69
Fluminense
55

Expected goals

1.89Cruzeiro Esporte Clube
xG
1.05Fluminense
Over 2.5 goals56%
Both teams to score55%

Most likely scorelines

1-110.5%
1-010.0%
2-19.9%
2-09.5%
3-16.2%
3-06.0%

Match DNA

AttackDefenseFormStrengthH2HVenue
Cruzeiro Esporte Clube Fluminense

Key points

Betting angles

MarketPickOddsAssessment
1X2Cruzeiro Esporte Clube win2.07Fair (+3.8%)

Assessments compare our model probability with the bookmaker odds. "Value" means our model rates the pick higher than the market implies. Not betting advice.

Scoreline probability matrix

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05631
1101052
291052
36631
4332
511

Each cell shows the probability (%) of that exact scoreline (home goals down the side, away goals across the top). Computed from a Poisson model on expected goals.

Full analysis

The model blends the odds, head-to-head history, recent form and season stats to frame this clash between Cruzeiro Esporte Clube and Fluminense. After removing the bookmaker margin, the probabilities settle at 50% for Cruzeiro Esporte Clube, 25% for the draw and 26% for Fluminense.

Several signals point toward Cruzeiro Esporte Clube. The odds point to a clear favourite. Cruzeiro Esporte Clube score more per game (2.0 at home vs 1.0 away). Cruzeiro Esporte Clube is tighter at the back (9 shots conceded per game).

Across the last 6 meetings, the record reads 2 Cruzeiro Esporte Clube wins, 1 draws and 3 Fluminense wins. Recent scorelines: 0-0, 0-2, 1-0, 2-0, 1-0.

If the trend holds, a scoreline around 2-1 is plausible — treat it as a pointer, not a certainty.

On form, Cruzeiro Esporte Clube show W-W-D-D-W across their recent outings, while Fluminense read W-L-W-W-W. Recent momentum carries weight in the assessment, particularly when combined with home advantage and the competition context.

The season numbers frame the tie. At home, Cruzeiro Esporte Clube run at 2.0 goals per game, 15 shots, 57% possession across 8 matches. On the road, Fluminense post 1.0 goals per game, 13 shots, 62% possession over 8 outings. It's these measured gaps, not a hunch, that steer the call.

On the secondary markets, our model puts over 2.5 goals at 56% and both teams to score at 55%. The match profile leans toward a higher goal total.

Our model flags a disagreement with the market on "Cruzeiro Esporte Clube" (1X2): we rate it 50% versus the 46% implied by odds of 2.07, an edge of 3.8 points. That's where the market appears to underrate the true likelihood.

This prediction is a statistical analysis, not a guarantee. Higher confidence means the signals agree more strongly, but football is unpredictable. Always bet responsibly.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the favourite, Cruzeiro Esporte Clube or Fluminense?

Our model rates Cruzeiro Esporte Clube as the most likely outcome at 50% probability.

What's a likely scoreline for Cruzeiro Esporte Clube vs Fluminense?

A scoreline around 2-1 fits our analysis, as a pointer, not a certainty.

What's the head-to-head record?

In the last 6 meetings: 2 Cruzeiro Esporte Clube wins, 1 draws, 3 Fluminense wins.

Over or under 2.5 goals?

The indicators lean toward over 2.5 goals.

See odds at bookmakers

League table

Brazil. Campeonato Brasileiro. Serie A
#TeamGPWLTGPts
1Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras17111529:1338
2Flamengo1693428:1631
3Fluminense1795327:2230
4Clube Atletico Paranaense1786323:1827
5Red Bull Bragantino1787222:1826
6Coritiba1775524:2126
7Sao Paulo1776423:1925
8Bahia1665523:2223
9Cruzeiro Esporte Clube1766523:2723
10Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas1666430:2922
11EC Vitoria Salvador1666420:2222
12Clube Atletico Mineiro1768321:2321
13Sport Club Internacional1756620:1921
14Gremio Porto Alegrense1756619:2021
15Corinthians Paulista1756615:1821
16CR Vasco da Gama1757522:2820
17Santos1747623:2818
18Mirassol1648418:2316
19Clube do Remo1738620:2915
20Chapecoense1619617:329
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