Match Analysis: Cruzeiro vs Fluminense – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-09
- Time: 7:00 PM UTC
- Location: Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto
Game Overview
The upcoming Brazil Campeonato match between Cruzeiro and Fluminense presents a contest between two historically competitive teams with close head-to-head records. Cruzeiro will host Fluminense at their home stadium, where both sides have demonstrated solid recent performances and are motivated to secure important points in the league standings.
Key Factors to Consider
- Cruzeiro has shown a stronger recent run with 3 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss in their last 5 matches, averaging 1.4 goals scored and conceding 0.6 per match. Fluminense's last 5 matches include 2 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses, scoring 1.6 goals and conceding 1.0 on average. Both teams have an equal Asian Handicap win percentage of 60% and a 40% over goals rate in their recent games.
- Historically, Fluminense holds a slight advantage with 22 wins out of 43 matches since 2004, compared to Cruzeiro's 11 wins and 10 draws. More recent data indicates a closer rivalry with Fluminense having 13 wins, Cruzeiro 10, and 6 draws in 29 matches tracked. Their encounters are competitive, but Fluminense tends to have a slight edge in total victories.
- Cruzeiro will miss Fagner, Wanderson, and Yannick Bolasie due to injury, which could impact their attacking options. Fluminense is without Ganso and Nonato, affecting their midfield strength and creative play.
- The match will be played at the Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto, providing home advantage to Cruzeiro. Weather and pitch conditions are presumed normal with no extraordinary external disruptions reported.
- Both teams are motivated to gain three points in this late-stage league fixture, potentially influencing qualification for continental tournaments or final league positions. Cruzeiro's slightly better recent form and home advantage increase their motivation and chances.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Cruzeiro: 100, Fluminense: 312, Draw: 226 | Cruzeiro Win | ★★★☆☆ 65% |
| Spread | Cruzeiro -0.5: -103, Fluminense +50: -117 | Cruzeiro -0.5 | ★★★☆☆ 60% |
| Over/under | Over 2.25: 106, Under 2.25: -126 | Under 2.25 | ★★★☆☆ 55% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Cruzeiro 10% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 2.25 -1% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Cruzeiro at 10% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 10% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Given Cruzeiro's recent form, home advantage, and slightly better defensive record, combined with Fluminense's injury concerns and less consistent recent results, the prediction leans towards a narrow Cruzeiro victory or a closely contested match potentially ending in a draw.
Predicted Score: 1-0