Our Cruzeiro vs Santos Prediction: 2-1
Cruzeiro vs Santos in the Brazil Serie A is scheduled for an 22:30 GMT kick-off on Sunday August 10, 2025. We predict a 2-1 home victory, but with both teams showing attacking intent, BTTS (Both Teams to Score) is another strong betting option.
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 – CRB vs Cruzeiro
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 had 57% possession and 13 attempts at goal, with 4 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CRB | 49% | 0 (2) | 1.53 | 27 |
Cruzeiro | 51% | 0 (5) | 1.55 | 55 |
Santos's Last Match – Santos vs EC Juventude
Santos will want to continue their winning form after a 2-1 Brazil Serie A victory over Cruzeiro, knowing this is a must-win match for their campaign. In that match, Santos recorded 43% possession, attempting 7 shots on goal, with 2 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Santos | 50% | 14 (8) | 2.62 | 41 |
EC Juventude | 50% | 15 (10) | 1.63 | 38 |
Cruzeiro vs Santos Stats
Key Stats
| Cruzeiro | Santos | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.42 | Attacking Strength | 0.84 |
| 0.84 | Defence Strength | 1.21 |
| 1.8 | Points Per Game | 1.4 |
| 5/10 | WIN | 4/10 |
| 3/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 7/10 | Clean Sheets | 3/10 |
| 2/10 | BTTS | 5/10 |
| 3/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 6/10 |
| 1.4 | Average Scored | 1.2 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Cruzeiro are averaging 1.6 goals scored and 0.4 conceded per match, while Santos average 1.5 scored and 1.5 conceded per game.
Cruzeiro 16-4
Santos 15-15
What are the odds for this match?
Cruzeiro to win: @1.5
Draw: @3.7
Santos to win: @7.5