Our Flamengo vs Cruzeiro Prediction: 2-1
Flamengo vs Cruzeiro in the Brazil Serie A is scheduled for an 00:30 GMT kick-off on Thursday March 12, 2026. A 2-1 win for the home side is our expected outcome, though BTTS looks promising given both teams’ recent scoring records.
Our prediction comes from detailed stats and betting data — scroll down for team performance trends and recent form insights.
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Recent Form Insights
Flamengo's Last Match – Fluminense vs Flamengo
Flamengo must win as they look to rediscover their winning form following a 0-0 Brazil Campeonato Carioca draw against Fluminense on March 8. In that match, Flamengo recorded 55% possession, firing 6 shots at goal, with 2 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Fluminense | 45% | 7 (1) | 0.38 | 30 |
 Flamengo | 55% | 6 (2) | 0.79 | 35 |
Cruzeiro's Last Match – Cruzeiro vs Atletico Mineiro
Cruzeiro will want to continue their winning form after a 1-0 Brazil Campeonato Mineiro victory over Atletico Mineiro, knowing this is a must-win match for their campaign. In that match, Cruzeiro recorded 49% possession, attempting 8 shots on goal, with 4 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Cruzeiro | 49% | 8 (4) | 0.44 | 33 |
 Atletico Mineiro | 51% | 3 (0) | 0.12 | 24 |
Flamengo vs Cruzeiro Stats
Key Stats
| Flamengo | Cruzeiro | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5 | Attacking Strength | 0.74 |
| 0.65 | Defence Strength | 1 |
| 1.7 | Points Per Game | 2 |
| 5/10 | WIN | 6/10 |
| 2/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 4/10 |
| 5/10 | BTTS | 5/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 5/10 |
| 2.5 | Average Scored | 1.3 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Flamengo are averaging 2.5 goals scored and 1.0 conceded per match, while Cruzeiro average 1.3 scored and 1.1 conceded per game.
Flamengo 25-10
Cruzeiro 13-11
What are the odds for this match?
Flamengo to win: @1.5
Draw: @4.2
Cruzeiro to win: @6.25
Over 2.5 Goals: @1.925
Lineups
Flamengo (4-2-3-1) : Agustin Rossi, Emerson, Leo Ortiz, Leo Pereira, Alex Sandro, Erick Pulgar, Jorginho, Lucas Paqueta, Giorgian De Arrascaeta, Everton, Pedro
Cruzeiro (4-2-3-1) : Cassio, Fagner, Fabricio Bruno, Lucas Villalba, Kaiki, Matheus Henrique, Lucas Silva, Christian, Matheus Pereira, Gerson, Neisser Villarreal
Palmeiras 
Sao Paulo 
EC Bahia 
Corinthians 
Fluminense 
Athletico Paranaense 
Bragantino 
Gremio 
Mirassol 
Chapecoense 
Atletico Mineiro 
Santos 
Flamengo 
Coritiba 
Vitoria 
Botafogo 
Clube Do Remo 
Internacional 
Cruzeiro 
Vasco da Gama