Our Cruzeiro vs Internacional Prediction: 3-1
Cruzeiro vs Internacional in the Brazil Serie A is scheduled for an 21:30 GMT kick-off on Saturday August 23, 2025. A 3-1 win for the home side is our main prediction, though over 2.5 goals looks like a valuable bet given both teams’ attacking tendencies.
Our prediction is supported by key performance data, betting odds and match insights — everything you need is right below to make smarter bets.
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Cruzeiro's Last Match – Cruzeiro vs Santos
Cruzeiro will aim to put their last result behind them following a 1-2 Brazil Serie A loss to Santos on August 10. In that match, Cruzeiro recorded 57% possession, firing 13 shots at goal, with 4 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Cruzeiro | 57% | 13 (4) | 2.35 | 76 |
Santos | 43% | 7 (2) | 1.93 | 21 |
Internacional's Last Match – Flamengo vs Internacional
Internacional will be looking to bounce back after a 0-1 Copa Libertadores defeat against Flamengo on August 14. In that match, Internacional recorded 41% possession, attempting 3 shots on goal, with 2 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Flamengo | 59% | 8 (4) | 0.82 | 57 |
Internacional | 41% | 3 (2) | 0.09 | 26 |
Cruzeiro vs Internacional Stats
Key Stats
| Cruzeiro | Internacional | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.44 | Attacking Strength | 1 |
| 0.8 | Defence Strength | 1.29 |
| 2 | Points Per Game | 1.4 |
| 6/10 | WIN | 4/10 |
| 2/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 7/10 | Clean Sheets | 2/10 |
| 3/10 | BTTS | 6/10 |
| 4/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 4/10 |
| 1.7 | Average Scored | 1.1 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Cruzeiro are averaging 1.7 goals scored and 0.5 conceded per match, while Internacional average 1.1 scored and 1.1 conceded per game.
Cruzeiro 17-5
Internacional 11-11
What are the odds for this match?
Cruzeiro to win: @1.7
Draw: @3.75
Internacional to win: @5