Our Cruzeiro vs Union Santa Fe Prediction: 1-1
Cruzeiro vs Union Santa Fe in the Copa Sudamericana is scheduled for an 01:30 GMT kick-off on Thursday May 29, 2025. We anticipate a balanced game ending in a 1-1 draw, and given both teams’ scoring form, BTTS looks like a safe bet.
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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Recent Form Insights
Cruzeiro's Last Match – Fortaleza vs Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro will be eager to build on their previous performance after securing a 2-0 Brazil Serie A victory over Fortaleza on May 26. In that match, Cruzeiro recorded 51% possession, firing 13 shots at goal, with 8 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Fortaleza | 49% | 3 (1) | 0.96 | 50 |
 Cruzeiro | 51% | 13 (8) | 2.29 | 51 |
Union Santa Fe's Last Match – Union Santa Fe vs Mushuc Runa
Union Santa Fe will aim to put their last result behind them following a 0-1 Copa Sudamericana loss to Mushuc Runa on May 14. In that match, Union Santa Fe saw 72% of the ball and created 11 goal attempts, with 5 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Union Santa Fe | 72% | 11 (5) | 1.7 | 89 |
 Mushuc Runa | 28% | 3 (1) | 1.01 | 30 |
Cruzeiro vs Union Santa Fe Stats
Key Stats
| Cruzeiro | Union Santa Fe | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.07 | Attacking Strength | 0.87 |
| 1.09 | Defence Strength | 1 |
| 2.3 | Points Per Game | 0.9 |
| 7/10 | WIN | 2/10 |
| 2/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 6/10 | Clean Sheets | 3/10 |
| 4/10 | BTTS | 4/10 |
| 5/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 3/10 |
| 1.8 | Average Scored | 0.6 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Cruzeiro are averaging 1.8 goals scored and 0.5 conceded per match, while Union Santa Fe average 0.6 scored and 1.2 conceded per game.
Cruzeiro 18-5
Union Santa Fe 6-12
What are the odds for this match?
Cruzeiro to win: @2
Draw: @3.3
Union Santa Fe to win: @4
Lineups
Cruzeiro (4-2-3-1) : Leo Aragao, Fagner, Jonathan, Walace, Kaua Prates, Murilo Rhikman, Mateo Gamarra, Matheus Pereira, Carlos Eduardo, Kenji, Lautaro Diaz
Union Santa Fe (4-4-2) : Matias Tagliamonte, Lautaro Vargas, Franco Pardo, Valentin Fascendini, Claudio Corvalan, Verde, Ezequiel Ham, Mauro Pitton, Franco Fragapane, Mateo Del Blanco, Lucas Emanuel Gamba