Cruzeiro vs Sao Paulo – Match Preview

An exciting Serie A clash awaits as Cruzeiro prepares to host Sao Paulo. This match, set for a Saturday evening on September 15, 2024, is yet to have a venue announced. With both teams at 41 points after 25 rounds, this Round 26 fixture is crucial. Currently, Cruzeiro and Sao Paulo are in fifth and sixth place, respectively. A win here could significantly boost their chances of achieving their pre-season goals. The odds suggest a close match, with Cruzeiro having a slight advantage.

Cruzeiro – Form

Cruzeiro has been showing strong form lately. Their latest match on September 1st against Atletico GO ended in a 3:1 victory. Goals were scored by William, Matheus Henrique, and Kaio Jorge. They played to a goalless draw with Internacional on August 28th. This match ended Internacional’s defensive streak. On August 25th, Cruzeiro faced a 1:0 defeat away to Internacional. Their performances have met expectations so far.

Sao Paulo – Form

Sao Paulo’s recent performances have varied. They secured a goalless draw against Atletico MG in a Cup match on September 13th. Before that, they lost 2-0 to Fluminense in Serie A. In another Cup match, they were defeated 1-0 at home by Atletico MG. These results show Sao Paulo’s unpredictable form, aligning with bookmakers’ predictions in their latest game.

Cruzeiro – Sao Paulo – Head to Head

The last match between Cruzeiro and Sao Paulo was on June 2, 2024. Sao Paulo won 2:0 in Serie A. In their last 10 meetings, Cruzeiro won 3 times while Sao Paulo secured 6 victories. In the last 5 matches, both teams scored in only 1 game. Noteworthy is Cruzeiro’s strong home performance, winning 3 of their last 4 home games against Sao Paulo without conceding a goal. Also, fewer than 3.5 goals were scored in 20 of their last 22 encounters.

Cruzeiro – Sao Paulo – Standings

As Round 26 of Serie A approaches, the standings show Cruzeiro and Sao Paulo each with 41 points from 25 matches. Cruzeiro slightly leads on goal difference, having scored 34 to Sao Paulo’s 33, with both teams conceding 26. This match is pivotal for both teams aiming for a strong finish.

Cruzeiro vs Sao Paulo – Top scorers

Matheus Pereira is Cruzeiro’s leading scorer with 6 goals, followed by William with 5. Gabriel Veron and Juan Dinenno, along with Rafael Silva, have also made significant contributions. For Sao Paulo, Luciano Neves leads with 7 goals. Lucas Moura, Jonathan Calleri, and Ferreira each have 5 goals, with Andre adding 4. This highlights the attacking capabilities of both teams.

Cruzeiro vs Sao Paulo – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor Cruzeiro with odds of 1.91 for a win. A draw is at 3.40, and Sao Paulo’s win is at 4.33. Cruzeiro’s strong home performance makes them favorites. However, Sao Paulo has historically dominated this matchup. Other betting options include “halftime-fulltime” for Cruzeiro at 2.75 and “draw-no-bet” at 1.364. The “double-chance” for Cruzeiro to win or draw is at 1.20.

Cruzeiro vs Sao Paulo – Over/Under Betting

The “Under 2.5” goals option, at odds of 1.475, seems promising given the history of low-scoring games. This season’s goal statistics support the likelihood of a close match. However, the “Over 2.5” goals option, at 2.60, might appeal to those expecting a departure from the norm.

Cruzeiro vs Sao Paulo – BTTS Betting

The odds for “BTTS: Yes” are at 2.25, and “BTTS: No” at 1.571. Considering Cruzeiro’s strong defense at home, a “No” might be likely. Yet, recent matches indicate both teams scored in 7 of the last 9 home games for Cruzeiro against Sao Paulo, suggesting a “Yes” could also be possible.

Cruzeiro vs Sao Paulo – Prediction