Our Cruzeiro vs Sao Paulo Prediction: 2-1
Cruzeiro vs Sao Paulo in the Brazil Serie A is scheduled for an 00:00 GMT kick-off on Sunday August 31, 2025. Our correct score prediction favors a 2-1 home triumph, but considering both teams’ ability to find the net, BTTS is also a solid alternative bet.
Our prediction is supported by key performance data, betting odds and match insights — everything you need is right below to make smarter bets.
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Recent Form Insights
Cruzeiro's Last Match – Atletico Mineiro vs Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro will want to continue their winning form after a 2-0 Copa do Brasil victory over Atletico Mineiro, knowing this is a must-win match for their campaign. In that match, Cruzeiro recorded 39% possession, firing 5 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Atletico Mineiro | 61% | 0 (3) | 0.63 | 45 |
 Cruzeiro | 39% | 0 (5) | 0.79 | 29 |
Sao Paulo's Last Match – Sao Paulo vs Atletico Mineiro
Determined to maintain their recent success, Sao Paulo must win following their 2-0 Brazil Serie A victory against Atletico Mineiro on August 24. In that match, Sao Paulo saw 51% of the ball and created 9 goal attempts, with 5 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Sao Paulo | 51% | 9 (5) | 1.72 | 48 |
| Atletico Mineiro | 49% | 3 (0) | 0.09 | 31 |
Cruzeiro vs Sao Paulo Stats
Key Stats
| Cruzeiro | Sao Paulo | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.44 | Attacking Strength | 1.07 |
| 0.78 | Defence Strength | 0.94 |
| 1.8 | Points Per Game | 2.1 |
| 5/10 | WIN | 6/10 |
| 3/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 6/10 | Clean Sheets | 4/10 |
| 4/10 | BTTS | 5/10 |
| 4/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 4/10 |
| 1.7 | Average Scored | 1.5 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Cruzeiro are averaging 1.5 goals scored and 0.6 conceded per match, while Sao Paulo average 1.5 scored and 0.7 conceded per game.
Cruzeiro 15-6
Sao Paulo 15-7
What are the odds for this match?
Cruzeiro to win: @1.8
Draw: @3.4
Sao Paulo to win: @4.5
Lineups
Cruzeiro (4-2-2-2) : Cassio, William, Fabricio Bruno, Lucas Villalba, Kaiki, Lucas Romero, Lucas Silva, Matheus Henrique, Wanderson, Matheus Pereira, Kaio Jorge
Sao Paulo (3-5-2) : Rafael, Nahuel Ferraresi, Alan Franco, Sabino, Cedric, Damian Bobadilla, Pablo Maia, Rodriguinho, Patryck, Luciano, Ferreira
Palmeiras 
Sao Paulo 
EC Bahia 
Corinthians 
Fluminense 
Athletico Paranaense 
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Mirassol 
Chapecoense 
Atletico Mineiro 
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Flamengo 
Coritiba 
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Botafogo 
Clube Do Remo 
Internacional 
Cruzeiro 
Vasco da Gama