Red Bull Bragantino vs Cruzeiro – Match Preview

On Friday, December 1st, Red Bull Bragantino will welcome Cruzeiro for a crucial Serie A Round 36 match. The game kicks off at 21:30 GMT at the Nabi Abi Chedid Stadium. Red Bull Bragantino, currently 18th with 37 points, is fighting to avoid relegation. Cruzeiro, in 7th place with 48 points, aims to secure a spot in next season’s continental competitions. Both teams are eager for a win to achieve their respective goals.

Red Bull Bragantino – Form

Red Bull Bragantino faced a 4:1 defeat against Internacional in their last Serie A match on November 24, defying bookmaker predictions. Before this, they drew with Atletico GO on November 9 and Cuiaba on November 2 at home. These results, especially the draws, were expected by bookmakers. They highlight Bragantino’s struggle to win and score goals. Despite being favored, their inability to capitalize on opportunities is concerning as they approach their next game.

Cruzeiro – Form

Cruzeiro’s recent away performances have been inconsistent. They secured a 1:1 draw with Gremio in Serie A on November 28th, with Matheus Pereira scoring. Before this, they faced defeats against Racing Club and Corinthians. Despite Kaiki’s goal, they couldn’t overcome the deficit against Corinthians. These outcomes were anticipated by bookmakers, indicating a period of predictable results for Cruzeiro.

Red Bull Bragantino – Cruzeiro – Head to Head

The last match between these two on July 13, 2024, saw Cruzeiro win 2:1 at home. In their past 10 meetings, Red Bull Bragantino hasn’t won once, while Cruzeiro has claimed 3 victories. This matchup has often resulted in one-sided scorelines rather than competitive games. Notably, Red Bull Bragantino hasn’t won in their last 4 encounters with Cruzeiro. In 3 of these games, more than 2.5 goals were scored. Cruzeiro has managed to score over 1.5 goals in 3 of their last 4 wins against Red Bull Bragantino.

Red Bull Bragantino – Cruzeiro – Standings

As Round 36 approaches, the standings show Red Bull Bragantino in 18th place with 37 points, struggling to avoid relegation. They have scored 36 goals but conceded 45. Cruzeiro, in contrast, is in 7th place with 48 points. They have a positive goal difference, having scored 40 and conceded 38. The 11-point gap highlights the urgency for Red Bull Bragantino to win at home. Cruzeiro aims to maintain or improve their position in the top half of the table.

Red Bull Bragantino vs Cruzeiro – Top scorers

Eduardo Sasha, with 4 goals, is Red Bull Bragantino’s leading scorer in Serie A. Lincoln and Vitinho, each with 3 goals, have been crucial in midfield and attack. Lucas Evangelista and Douglas Mendes have added two goals each, showing the team’s scoring ability from different areas.

For Cruzeiro, Matheus Pereira leads with 7 goals. Gabriel Veron follows closely with 6 goals. William, from defense, has scored 5 times. Rafael Silva and Juan Dinenno have each contributed 3 goals, demonstrating Cruzeiro’s varied attacking options.

Red Bull Bragantino vs Cruzeiro – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor a Red Bull Bragantino win at odds of 2.20. A draw is at 3.20, and an away win for Cruzeiro is at 3.50. Despite Bragantino’s league struggles, their home advantage could be key. However, Cruzeiro’s form and head-to-head record make them an appealing choice for bettors.

The “halftime-fulltime” market offers a home team halftime win at 3.00. The “draw-no-bet” option for Red Bull Bragantino is at 1.533, offering a refund in case of a draw. The “double-chance” bet for a Red Bull Bragantino win or draw is at 1.286, catering to cautious bettors.

Red Bull Bragantino vs Cruzeiro – Over/Under Betting

The odds for “Over 2.5” goals are set at 2.20, and “Under 2.5” at 1.65. Recent matches between these teams have often seen fewer than 3.5 goals. Red Bull Bragantino averages 1.03 goals scored per match, while conceding 1.29. Cruzeiro scores 1.14 goals per game and concedes 1.09. The “Under 2.5” option at 1.65 is an interesting bet, reflecting both teams’ recent form and their head-to-head history.

Red Bull Bragantino vs Cruzeiro – BTTS Betting

Odds for “BTTS: Yes” are at 1.95, and “BTTS: No” at 1.80. The history between these teams shows a likelihood of both scoring. Red Bull Bragantino’s recent home games and Cruzeiro’s away matches have had varied scoring outcomes. Given the odds and past results, “BTTS: Yes” appears slightly more probable. However, the close odds indicate the market’s uncertainty.

Red Bull Bragantino vs Cruzeiro – Prediction