Cruzeiro vs Fluminense Prediction 31 May 2026
🔊 The clash between Cruzeiro and Fluminense promises to be a pivotal encounter in terms of the league standings: the hosts currently sit ninth, while the visitors are firmly established in third. Both sides come into this fixture in solid form-Cruzeiro have suffered just one defeat in their last ten outings, while Fluminense have claimed victory in four of their previous five matches. This matchup is set to intrigue, with Fluminense’s attacking firepower going up against Cruzeiro’s resolute defence. The contrast in playing styles and motivation could well produce an entertaining, high-scoring affair.
Head-to-Head
The most recent official clash between these sides took place on 09 November 2025 and ended in a goalless draw. Here’s a comparative breakdown from that encounter, with Cruzeiro playing at home:
- Possession: 48% vs 52%;
- Corners: 5 vs 1;
- Fouls committed: 16 vs 16;
- Yellow cards: 6 vs 3;
- Shots on target: 5 vs 3.
📊 Statistical preview of official head-to-head meetings between Cruzeiro and Fluminense:
- 37 matches played;
- home side have 14 wins, away team have 15 victories, with 8 draws;
- goals scored - 49 for each side;
- average goals in the first half - 1.32, in the second half - 1.32;
- average total goals per match - 2.65.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Cruzeiro Team Overview
The team’s most recent official fixture took place on in the Copa Libertadores, with Cruzeiro hosting Barcelona Guayaquil. The match ended in a commanding 4-0 victory for the home side.
Here’s a breakdown of the key match statistics (Cruzeiro vs Barcelona Guayaquil):
- Possession: 59% vs 41%;
- Corners: 6 vs 2;
- Fouls: 9 vs 9;
- Yellow cards: 3 vs 3;
- Shots on target: 8 vs 2.
🔵 Cruzeiro are proving solid at home, having claimed six wins and suffered just one defeat in their last ten outings. Averaging 1.4 goals scored per match over this stretch, they demonstrate a well-balanced attacking unit. Defensively, they also impress-conceding only 0.7 goals per game on average in those ten fixtures, which reflects strong organization at the back. However, their season-long defensive numbers are less reassuring (1.59 goals conceded per match), suggesting they struggle at times against stronger opposition.
Match Results: Cruzeiro
Fluminense Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in the Copa Libertadores, facing Fluminense away from home while Deportivo La Guaira traveled as the away side. The contest ended 3-1.
Here’s a look at the key match stats (Fluminense vs Deportivo La Guaira):
- Possession: 56% vs 44%;
- Corners: 2 vs 1;
- Fouls committed: 11 vs 7;
- Yellow cards: 0 vs 0;
- Shots on target: 3 vs 3.
🔴 Fluminense are among the league’s frontrunners, thanks to their consistent performances both in attack and defence. With nine wins and just five losses from seventeen rounds, they’ve demonstrated the coaching staff’s ability to get results at the highest level. Averaging 1.59 goals per game this season, Fluminense have also hit their stride recently, winning four of their last five fixtures. Notably, they continue to find the net away from home, maintaining an effective attack in almost every match regardless of venue.
Match Results: Fluminense
Match Outcome Prediction
Head-to-head record:
- Matches played - 37;
- Home wins - 14, Away wins - 15, Draws - 8.
Stats: Cruzeiro vs Fluminense
- Matches in the competition: 17 vs 17;
- Wins: 6 vs 9;
- Win percentage: 35% vs 53%;
- Losses: 6 vs 5;
- Draws: 5 vs 3.
Last 10 matches:
- Wins: 6 vs 5;
- Losses: 1 vs 3;
- Draws: 3 vs 2.
- Cruzeiro have avoided defeat at home in 10 of their last 11 head-to-head meetings with Fluminense (Brazil Serie A).
- Cruzeiro are unbeaten in 11 of their last 12 matches overall.
- Cruzeiro have not lost at home in 7 of their last 8 Serie A fixtures.
- Fluminense have failed to win away from home in 8 of their last 9 outings.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-head (average totals):
- Home side - 1.32, Away side - 1.32;
- Overall head-to-head average - 2.65;
- Both teams scored: all-time - 19 times; at the host’s ground - 10 times.
Average goals stats: Cruzeiro vs Fluminense
- This season: 2.94 vs 2.88;
- Goals scored per game: 1.35 vs 1.59;
- First half: 0.71 vs 0.76;
- Second half: 0.65 vs 0.82;
- Cruzeiro at home in the league - 1.67;
- Fluminense away in the league - 1.25;
- Last 10 matches: 1.4 (home - 1.8) vs 1.4 (away - 0.25).
- Under 2.5 goals has landed in seven consecutive head-to-head Serie A clashes.
- Under 2.5 goals has been the outcome in six straight meetings between these sides.
- Fluminense have seen under 2.5 goals in each of their last five away games.
Corner Kicks Prediction
Cruzeiro: Stats
- This season: average corners per match - 5.35; at home - 5.89;
- Last 10 matches: average corners - 5.6; at home - 7.8.
Fluminense: Stats
- This season: average corners per match - 5.59; away - 5.75;
- Last 10 matches: average corners - 3.9; away - 2.75.
- Cruzeiro have taken fewer than 6.5 corners in 12 of the last 13 head-to-head meetings.
- Cruzeiro have registered under 6.5 corners in eight of the last nine Serie A head-to-heads.
- Cruzeiro have delivered fewer than 6.5 corners at home in six of the last seven meetings against Fluminense.
- Cruzeiro have also stayed under this mark at home in seven of their last eight Serie A matches.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-head:
- Matches played - 37;
- Both teams scored all-time - on 19 occasions;
- At Cruzeiro’s ground - on 10 occasions.
Stats: Cruzeiro vs Fluminense
- Tournament matches played: 17 vs 17;
- Matches with both teams scoring this season (BTTS): Cruzeiro - 11, Fluminense - 12;
- Cruzeiro BTTS at home - 6 (67%);
- Fluminense BTTS away - 5 (63%).
Last 10 matches:
- BTTS fixtures: Cruzeiro - 5, Fluminense - 7;
- Cruzeiro BTTS at home - 2 (40%);
- Fluminense BTTS away - 1 (25%).
Correct Score Prediction
Most frequent results (current season):
- The most common scoreline in the league is 1-1 (25/167, 15%);
- Cruzeiro’s most frequent home result: 2-1 (2/9, 22.2%);
- Fluminense’s most frequent away result: 1-1 (2/8, 25%).
Based on statistical analysis and probability distribution, the algorithm suggests the top three likely outcomes:
1-1 - 13.35% (odds: 6.5)
1-0 - 10.72% (odds: 7)
2-1 - 9.09% (odds: 8.5)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Fluminense have two key factors working in their favor: they consistently capitalize on their chances and have put together a strong run of scoring performances away from home, especially against mid-table sides like Cruzeiro. The numbers back this up-Fluminense have found the net in 18 of their last 20 Serie A fixtures, with their average attacking output holding steady both over the season and in recent matches (1.4-1.59 goals per game). Even with Cruzeiro’s relatively solid defensive stats, the visitors have shown enough quality and consistency to expect at least one goal here-especially given their current form and clinical finishing throughout the campaign. The pick - Fluminense to score.
Betting Tips: Cruzeiro - Fluminense
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