Cuiaba vs Cruzeiro – Match Preview

Cuiaba is set to host Cruzeiro at the Arena Pantanal for a crucial Serie A match on Saturday, September 22nd. The game starts at 21:30 GMT. Cuiaba, in 19th place with 22 points, is in dire need of a victory. They aim to escape the relegation zone. Cruzeiro, in 7th place with 41 points, seeks to strengthen their position in the table. A win for Cuiaba could mark the beginning of a turnaround. For Cruzeiro, it’s a chance to aim for a higher finish this season.

Cuiaba – Form

At home, Cuiaba’s recent performance has been inconsistent. They faced a 3-0 defeat to Internacional on September 16th, as expected by bookmakers. Before this, they drew with Juventude, ending the game without goals. This result was surprising. They then achieved a 2:1 win over Criciuma, ending a series of losses at home. They were slightly favored to win this match.

Cruzeiro – Form

Cruzeiro’s recent away games have shown varied results. They won 2-0 against Libertad on September 20th. Before this, they lost 0-1 to Sao Paulo, with William Gomes scoring for the opposition. They had previously beaten Atletico GO 3-1, with goals from William, Matheus Henrique, and Kaio Jorge. Their win against Libertad met bookmakers’ predictions, as did their other recent matches.

Cuiaba – Cruzeiro – Head to Head

The last game between Cuiaba and Cruzeiro was on June 13, 2024. Cruzeiro won 2:1. In their past 10 meetings, Cuiaba has won 2 games, while Cruzeiro has won 1. This shows a slightly better record for the home side. In 4 of the last 5 matches, fewer than 1.5 goals were scored. This indicates a trend of defensive play or offensive challenges when these teams meet.

Cuiaba – Cruzeiro – Standings

As the 27th round approaches, Cuiaba is in a challenging position. They are 19th with 22 points from 25 matches. Their goal difference is -15, showing a tough season. Cruzeiro is in a better spot, 7th with 41 points from 26 matches. Their goal difference is +7. The 19-point gap between them highlights the difference in their seasons. The upcoming match is crucial for both sides.

Cuiaba vs Cruzeiro – Top scorers

Isidro Pitta leads Cuiaba’s attack with 7 goals this season. Clayson, with 4 goals, supports him. Derik Lacerda and Ramon have each scored 2 goals. Jonathan Cafu has also scored once. For Cruzeiro, Matheus Pereira has 6 goals. William, a defender, has scored 5 times. Gabriel Veron has 4 goals. Rafael Silva and Juan Dinenno have each added 3 goals this season.

Cuiaba vs Cruzeiro – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers slightly favor Cruzeiro, with odds at 2.75 for an away win. Cuiaba’s odds stand at 2.80 for a home victory. A draw is priced at 3.00. Cruzeiro’s position and scoring ability, along with Cuiaba’s suspensions, give Cruzeiro an edge. Yet, Cuiaba’s recent win and their head-to-head record introduce unpredictability.

For alternative betting, “halftime-fulltime” odds are at 3.60. “Draw-no-bet” offers odds of 1.833 for both teams. “Double-chance” gives odds of 1.364 for Cruzeiro to win or draw. This might be attractive given Cuiaba’s form and Cruzeiro’s away record.

Cuiaba vs Cruzeiro – Over/Under Betting

The “Over 2.5” goals odds are set at 2.60, while “Under 2.5” goals are at 1.475. The history between these teams suggests a low-scoring game. Cuiaba has conceded 38 goals in 25 matches. Cruzeiro has let in 27 goals in 26 games. The “Under 2.5” goals option at 1.475 could be appealing, expecting a game with few goals.

Cuiaba vs Cruzeiro – BTTS Betting

The odds for “Both Teams to Score” are 2.10 for “Yes” and 1.667 for “No”. In their last five matches, both teams scored only once. Cuiaba’s recent games and Cruzeiro’s away performance suggest “BTTS: No” at 1.667 is more likely in this encounter.

Cuiaba vs Cruzeiro – Prediction