Our Flamengo vs Cruzeiro Prediction: 2-1
Flamengo vs Cruzeiro in the Brazil Serie A is scheduled for an 00:30 GMT kick-off on Thursday March 12, 2026. A 2-1 win for the home side is our expected outcome, though BTTS looks promising given both teams’ recent scoring records.
Our prediction comes from detailed stats and betting data — scroll down for team performance trends and recent form insights.
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Recent Form Insights
Flamengo's Last Match – Fluminense vs Flamengo
Flamengo must win as they look to rediscover their winning form following a 0-0 Brazil Campeonato Carioca draw against Fluminense on March 8. In that match, Flamengo recorded 55% possession, firing 6 shots at goal, with 2 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Fluminense | 45% | 7 (1) | 0.38 | 30 |
 Flamengo | 55% | 6 (2) | 0.79 | 35 |
Cruzeiro's Last Match – Cruzeiro vs Atletico Mineiro
Cruzeiro will want to continue their winning form after a 1-0 Brazil Campeonato Mineiro victory over Atletico Mineiro, knowing this is a must-win match for their campaign. In that match, Cruzeiro recorded 49% possession, attempting 8 shots on goal, with 4 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Cruzeiro | 49% | 8 (4) | 0.44 | 33 |
 Atletico Mineiro | 51% | 3 (0) | 0.12 | 24 |
Flamengo vs Cruzeiro Stats
Key Stats
| Flamengo | Cruzeiro | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5 | Attacking Strength | 0.74 |
| 0.65 | Defence Strength | 1 |
| 1.7 | Points Per Game | 2 |
| 5/10 | WIN | 6/10 |
| 2/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 4/10 |
| 5/10 | BTTS | 5/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 5/10 |
| 2.5 | Average Scored | 1.3 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Flamengo are averaging 2.5 goals scored and 1.0 conceded per match, while Cruzeiro average 1.3 scored and 1.1 conceded per game.
Flamengo 25-10
Cruzeiro 13-11
What are the odds for this match?
Flamengo to win: @1.5
Draw: @4.2
Cruzeiro to win: @6.25
Over 2.5 Goals: @1.925
Lineups
Flamengo (4-2-3-1) : Agustin Rossi, Emerson, Leo Ortiz, Leo Pereira, Alex Sandro, Erick Pulgar, Jorginho, Lucas Paqueta, Giorgian De Arrascaeta, Everton, Pedro
Cruzeiro (4-2-3-1) : Cassio, Fagner, Fabricio Bruno, Lucas Villalba, Kaiki, Matheus Henrique, Lucas Silva, Christian, Matheus Pereira, Gerson, Neisser Villarreal