Cruzeiro vs Atletico MG – Match Preview

On Saturday, August 11th, Cruzeiro hosts Atletico MG in a crucial Serie A Round 22 clash. The game starts at 00:30 GMT. Cruzeiro, in 5th place with 35 points, has scored 29 goals and allowed 22 in 20 games. Atletico MG, in 9th place with 28 points from 19 games, has a balanced goal difference. Both teams are eager for a win. Cruzeiro wants to strengthen their position, while Atletico MG aims to climb the table.

Cruzeiro – Form

Cruzeiro’s recent Serie A performance has been inconsistent. Their last game on August 6 against Fortaleza ended in a 1:2 home defeat. Before that, they won 0:3 at Botafogo RJ and 2:0 at home against Juventude. William, Lautaro Diaz, and Juan Dinenno scored in these games. The win over Botafogo was unexpected, surprising many.

Atletico MG – Form

Atletico MG’s recent away performance has been unpredictable. They won 3-0 against CRB at home in the Cup on August 7. But their Serie A away games have been less successful. They lost 2:1 to Criciuma on August 3, despite being favorites. Cadu scored a late goal. A 2:2 draw against CRB in the Cup followed, a disappointing result. The team has scored regularly but lacks consistency.

Cruzeiro – Atletico MG – Head to Head

The last match between Cruzeiro and Atletico MG was on April 21, 2024. Atletico MG won 3:0. In their last 10 meetings, Cruzeiro won 3 times and Atletico MG 5 times. The last 5 games saw both teams scoring in 2 matches. Cruzeiro has a strong home record, avoiding defeat in 8 of their last 10 home games against Atletico MG. They scored in 9 of their last 11 meetings, with most games featuring fewer than 3.5 goals.

Cruzeiro – Atletico MG – Standings

As Round 22 of Serie A approaches, the standings highlight the significance of the match between Cruzeiro and Atletico MG. Cruzeiro is 5th with 35 points from 20 matches, performing slightly above expectations. Atletico MG is 9th with 28 points after 19 matches, underperforming slightly. The seven-point gap emphasizes the match’s importance, with Atletico MG having a game in hand.

Cruzeiro vs Atletico MG – Top scorers

Matheus Pereira, with 6 goals, leads Cruzeiro’s attack. Defender William and forward Gabriel Veron each have 4 goals. Midfielder Rafael Silva added 3, and Alvaro Barreal scored 2. Hulk is Atletico MG’s top scorer with 7 goals. Paulinho follows with 6 goals. Eduardo Vargas added 4, while Gustavo Scarpa and Federico Zaracho each scored 2. This showcases the teams’ offensive strengths.

Cruzeiro vs Atletico MG – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor Cruzeiro with odds of 2.25 for a win. A draw is at 3.10, and an Atletico MG win at 3.50. Cruzeiro’s strong home record gives them an edge. They have won 10 of their last 12 home games. Atletico MG has struggled away, with 7 winless games in their last 9. The absence of key players could influence the outcome.

Alternative betting options include “halftime-fulltime” with Cruzeiro leading at the break at 2.875. The “draw-no-bet” market offers Cruzeiro at 1.533, providing a safety net in case of a draw. The “double-chance” market, offering a Cruzeiro win or draw at 1.286, appeals to cautious bettors.

Cruzeiro vs Atletico MG – Over/Under Betting

The “Over 2.5” goals odds are at 2.15, while “Under 2.5” goals are at 1.667. Most of Cruzeiro’s home matches against Atletico MG had fewer than 3.5 goals. Cruzeiro scored 29 goals in 20 matches, while Atletico MG’s games had 28 goals scored and conceded. This suggests the “Under 2.5” goals option might be valuable, though the teams’ attack could make “Over 2.5” goals at 2.15 an attractive risk.

Cruzeiro vs Atletico MG – BTTS Betting

The “Both Teams to Score” odds are 1.909 for both “Yes” and “No”. In recent matches, both teams scored in 3 out of 10 games. Cruzeiro has a strong scoring record at home against Atletico MG. Atletico MG has shown defensive weaknesses away, failing to keep clean sheets in 7 of their last 9 games. The “BTTS: Yes” option at 1.909 seems appealing, indicating a likelihood of both teams scoring.

Cruzeiro vs Atletico MG – Prediction