Palmeiras vs Cruzeiro Prediction, H2H Stats & Statistical Bets 17 May 2026
π Palmeiras sit comfortably at the top of the table and head into this fixture riding an impressive home streak-they remain unbeaten, with wins far outnumbering draws in recent outings. Cruzeiro, currently in eleventh place, have found their rhythm as well: the visitors rarely leave the pitch without scoring and consistently pick up points even in tough away games. This clash promises to be a real test for both sides: Palmeiras are looking to solidify their lead, while Cruzeiro aim to prove their attacking credentials against the leagueβs top team.
Head-to-Head
The most recent official meeting between these sides took place on 26 October 2025 and ended in a goalless draw. Hereβs a look at the key stats from that match, with Palmeiras playing at home:
- Possession: 52% vs 48%;
- Corners: 4 vs 8;
- Fouls committed: 24 vs 16;
- Yellow cards: 2 vs 4;
- Shots on target: 4 vs 4.
π Statistical preview of official head-to-head meetings between Palmeiras and Cruzeiro:
- They have faced each other 38 times;
- Both sides have recorded 13 wins each, with 12 matches ending in a draw;
- Palmeiras have scored 52 goals, while Cruzeiro have netted 51;
- The average number of goals in the first half is 1.21, and in the second half - 1.5;
- The overall average goals per match stands at 2.71.
Head-to-head statistics Palmeiras - Cruzeiro
Palmeiras Team Overview
The team's most recent official fixture took place on in the Copa do Brasil, with Jacuipense hosting Palmeiras. The match ended in a 1-4 victory for Palmeiras.
Here are the key match statistics (Palmeiras vs Jacuipense):
- Possession: 69% vs 31%;
- Corners: 8 vs 2;
- Fouls: 11 vs 11;
- Yellow cards: 0 vs 2;
- Shots on target: 9 vs 1.
π’ Palmeiras have been a force at home, winning 14 of their last 16 matches on their own turf. The hosts are unbeaten in their previous ten outings across all competitions, picking up six wins and four draws while conceding just 0.5 goals per game on average during that span. This defensive solidity is reflected in their season stats as well, with Palmeiras allowing only 0.8 goals per match-one of the leagueβs most reliable backlines. The team consistently capitalizes on their advantages, whether by seizing the initiative during games or expertly managing leads to secure all three points.
Match Results: Palmeiras
Cruzeiro Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in the Copa do Brasil, facing Cruzeiro away from home. The contest ended 1-0 in favor of Cruzeiro.
Hereβs a breakdown of the key stats from that match (Cruzeiro vs GoiΓ‘s):
- Possession: 46% vs 54%;
- Corners: 14 vs 9;
- Fouls committed: 12 vs 19;
- Yellow cards: 1 vs 3;
- Shots on target: 9 vs 1.
π΅ Cruzeiro are enjoying one of the strongest runs among the leagueβs mid-table sides, having won six of their last ten matches, with just two defeats and two draws in that span. During this stretch, Cruzeiro average 1.3 goals per game, maintaining a season-long scoring rate of over one goal per match. Away from home, theyβve also found consistency-Cruzeiro are unbeaten in their last five road fixtures, a streak that should give them confidence as they prepare to face the league leaders.
Match Results: Cruzeiro
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-head:
- matches played - 38;
- first-half wins for the home side - 6; for the visitors - 6; draws - 6;
- average first-half total: 1.21;
- todayβs hosts average 0.5 goals in the first half, while the visitors score 0.71.
First-half stats: Palmeiras (home) vs Cruzeiro (away)
- matches played in this competition: 7 vs 7;
- wins: 6 (85.71%) vs 1 (14.29%);
- losses: 1 (14.29%) vs 3 (42.86%);
- draws: 0 (0%) vs 3 (42.86%);
- average goals scored: 1.57 vs 1.43;
- average goals conceded: 0.29 vs 1.
Last 10 matches (overall):
- wins: 6 vs 2;
- losses: 1 vs 2;
- draws: 3 vs 6;
- average first-half total: 1.4 (scored - 1.1, conceded - 0.3) vs 1.1 (scored - 0.5, conceded - 0.6).
- Palmeiras have scored in the first half in 16 of their last 18 Serie A matches.
- Palmeiras have found the net before the break in 10 of their last 11 home games.
- Palmeiras have scored in the opening half in eight of their last nine matches.
- Palmeiras have struck in the first half at home in six of their last seven Serie A fixtures.
Match Outcome Prediction
Head-to-head record:
- Matches played - 38;
- Home wins - 13, Away wins - 13, Draws - 12.
Stats: Palmeiras vs Cruzeiro
- Matches in the competition: 15 vs 15;
- Wins: 10 vs 5;
- Win percentage: 67% vs 33%;
- Losses: 1 vs 6;
- Draws: 4 vs 4.
Last 10 matches:
- Wins: 6 vs 6;
- Losses: 0 vs 2;
- Draws: 4 vs 2.
- Cruzeiro have covered the +1.5 handicap in 10 of their last 11 matches.
- Cruzeiro have covered the +1.5 handicap away from home in five consecutive matches.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-head (average total goals):
- Home side - 1.37, Away side - 1.34;
- Head-to-head average - 2.71;
- Both teams have scored: all-time - 26 times; at the home ground - 12 times.
Average totals: Palmeiras vs Cruzeiro
- Tournament average: 2.47 vs 3;
- Goals scored: 1.67 vs 1.33;
- First half: 1.07 vs 0.67;
- Second half: 0.6 vs 0.67;
- Palmeiras at home in this competition - 2;
- Cruzeiro away in this competition - 1;
- Last 10 matches: 1.6 (home - 1.75) vs 1.3 (away - 1.25).
- Over 1.5 goals has landed in five straight Palmeiras matches.
- Over 1.5 goals has hit in nine of Cruzeiroβs last ten away matches (Serie A).
- Over 1.5 goals has landed in six of Cruzeiroβs last seven league fixtures.
Corner Kicks Prediction
Palmeiras: Stats
- This season: average corners per match - 6.33; at home - 6.43;
- Last ten matches: average corners - 8.9; at home - 10.25.
Cruzeiro: Stats
- This season: average corners per match - 5.13, away - 4.71;
- Last ten matches: average corners - 4.8; away - 3.5.
- Cruzeiro have taken over 3.5 corners in seven of the last eight head-to-head clashes (Serie A).
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-head:
- Matches played - 38;
- Both teams have scored all-time - 26 times;
- At the home ground - 12 times.
Stats: Palmeiras vs Cruzeiro
- Tournament appearances: 15 vs 15;
- Matches this season with both teams scoring (BTTS): 10 vs 9;
- Palmeiras: BTTS at home - 5 (71%);
- Cruzeiro: BTTS away - 4 (57%).
Last ten matches:
- BTTS games: 5 vs 5;
- Palmeiras: BTTS at home - 2 (50%);
- Cruzeiro: BTTS away - 2 (50%).
Correct Score Prediction
Most frequent results (current season):
- The most common scoreline in the league: 1-1 (21/147, 14.3%);
- Palmeirasβ most frequent home result: 2-1 (3/7, 42.9%);
- Cruzeiroβs most frequent away results: 0-1, 1-2, 2-0, 2-1, 2-2, 4-0, 4-1 (each occurred once in seven matches, 14.3%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top three outcomes:
1-0 - 12.71% (odds: 6)
1-1 - 12.12% (odds: 6.5)
2-0 - 10.57% (odds: 7.5)
β Editorβs Prediction
The matchup centers on Palmeirasβ rock-solid defense this season and Cruzeiroβs attacking firepower-theyβve managed to find the net in nearly every game, even against tough opposition. Cruzeiroβs recent run of high-scoring away fixtures also works in their favor. Still, Palmeirasβ current form suggests theyβre more than capable of striking early. βVerdΓ£oβ have scored before halftime in 16 of their last 18 Serie A matches. Thatβs why our pick is: Palmeiras to score in the first half.No comments
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