Cruzeiro vs Palmeiras Prediction, H2H Stats & Statistical Bets 1 June 2025
🔊 On the horizon is the marquee clash of the 11th round between Cruzeiro and Palmeiras. Both squads are in stellar form: the hosts are unbeaten in their last 10 matches, while the visitors have secured 8 wins in their last 10 outings. The league table only adds to the intrigue-Palmeiras currently sit at the top, while Cruzeiro aim to dethrone them and seize the lead themselves. Tactical diversity and attacking versatility promise to make this game particularly captivating, with both teams expected to deliver dynamic football filled with numerous thrilling moments.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 05 December 2024 and ended with a 1-2 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of that encounter (Cruzeiro were the home side):
- possession: 64% vs 36%;
- corners: 7 vs 6;
- fouls: 15 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 1;
- shots on target: 3 vs 11.
📊Statistical preview of the official encounters between Cruzeiro and Palmeiras:
- 36 matches played;
- home victories - 12, away victories - 13, draws - 11;
- goals scored - 49 for Cruzeiro, 51 for Palmeiras;
- average goals in the first half - 1.22, in the second half - 1.56;
- average total goals per match - 2.78.
Head-to-head statistics Cruzeiro - Palmeiras
Cruzeiro Team Overview
The last official match took place on as part of the Copa Sudamericana, featuring Cruzeiro at home against Unión Santa Fe. The game ended in a goalless draw, 0-0.
Here are the match statistics (Cruzeiro vs Unión Santa Fe):
- ball possession: 56% vs 44%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 2;
- fouls: 14 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
- shots on target: 1 vs 1.
Cruzeiro, despite their successful results, are known for a certain defensive inconsistency. Nevertheless, the team currently sits third in the standings, showcasing a well-crafted balance between attack and defense. Over their last ten matches across all competitions, the "Foxes" have displayed an impressive form-securing seven wins and three draws while averaging 1.7 goals per game. Last season, Cruzeiro lost both encounters against Palmeiras, which adds extra motivation for a revenge. In this current championship, they remain unbeaten at the Mineirão stadium.
Match Results: Cruzeiro
Palmeiras Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in the Copa Libertadores, where Palmeiras hosted Sporting Cristal. The match concluded with a 6-0 scoreline.
The game statistics were as follows (Palmeiras vs. Sporting Cristal):
- possession: 54% vs. 46%;
- corners: 5 vs. 5;
- fouls: 6 vs. 14;
- yellow cards: 2 vs. 3;
- shots on target: 12 vs. 1.
The "Green-and-Whites" sit at the top of the table, largely thanks to their stellar away performance-five wins in as many road games. Their style hinges on aggressive attacking play and a solid defense, conceding an average of just 0.4 goals per match over their last ten outings, which speaks volumes. However, a loss in the upcoming match could prove costly-Palmeiras risk dropping to fourth place and falling out of the top three, as the gap between first and fourth is a mere two points.
Match Results: Palmeiras
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 36;
- Home victories - 12, Away victories - 13, Draws - 11.
Statistics: Cruzeiro vs Palmeiras
- Matches played in the tournament: 10 vs 10;
- Wins: 6 vs 7;
- Win percentage: 60% vs 70%;
- Losses: 2 vs 2;
- Draws: 2 vs 1.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 7 vs 8;
- Losses: 0 vs 2;
- Draws: 3 vs 0.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- The current home team averages - 1.36 goals, the visitors - 1.42;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 2.78;
- Both teams scored: overall - 25 times; at the home team's venue - 13 times.
Statistics: Cruzeiro vs Palmeiras
- Average total in the tournament: 2.2 vs 1.7;
- Average goals scored: 1.5 vs 1.1;
- Average total in the first half: 0.9 vs 0.4;
- Average total in the second half: 0.6 vs 0.7;
- Cruzeiro: average home total in the tournament - 1.6;
- Palmeiras: average away total in the tournament - 1.6;
- Last 10 matches (average total): 1.7 (home - 1.17) vs 1.8 (away - 1.5).
- Cruzeiro have scored at home in 14 of the last 15 head-to-head encounters between these teams.
- Cruzeiro have scored at home in 11 of the last 12 head-to-head encounters in Serie A.
Corner Kicks Prediction
Cruzeiro: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 6; at home - 6.2;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 7.2; at home - 8.83.
Palmeiras: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 5.6, away - 6.8;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 7.2; away - 8.
- Total over 9.5 corners hit in 7 of Palmeiras' last 8 matches.
Cards Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches
- Average total yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 3.5 (1.75 for the home team and 1.75 for the visitors);
- Average total yellow cards at the home venue - 3.22 (1.28 for the home team and 1.94 for the visitors).
Cruzeiro: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 2.5; at home - 2.8;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 1.6; at home - 1.67.
Palmeiras: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 2.6, away - 1.8;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 1.8; away - 2.25.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 36;
- Both teams scored overall - 25 times;
- At the home team's venue - 13 times.
Statistics: Cruzeiro vs Palmeiras
- Total matches played in the tournament: 10 vs 10;
- Total matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 3 vs 3;
- Cruzeiro's BTTS at home - 2 (40%);
- Palmeiras' BTTS away - 3 (60%).
Last 10 Matches:
- Total BTTS matches: 3 vs 1;
- Cruzeiro's BTTS at home - 2 (33%);
- Palmeiras' BTTS away - 1 (25%).
- Cruzeiro have both scored and conceded at home in 13 of the last 15 head-to-head encounters between these teams.
Editor's Prediction
Based on head-to-head statistics and the current form of the teams, an active exchange of goals can be anticipated in the upcoming match. Given the consistent trend-Cruzeiro both scores and concedes at home in 13 of their last 15 encounters with these opponents-the bet both teams to score (yes) appears to be a reasonable and logical choice.No comments
Betting Tips: Cruzeiro - Palmeiras
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