Serie A
Cruzeiro vs Flamengo
Sun, 23 Aug 2026 - 00:30 (UK Time)
Stadium: Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto
Cruzeiro vs Flamengo Prediction & Stats - Serie A 2026
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. Cruzeiro vs Flamengo carries real history into this round of the Serie A.
The two sides meet on 23/08 (Sunday) at Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto, 00:30 (UK time).
Read the Cruzeiro vs Flamengo prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on Cruzeiro vs Flamengo
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the Cruzeiro vs Flamengo call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
Under 2.5 Goals
Last updated on 20-08-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes Flamengo the side to beat, with roughly 30% of the implied odds in their favour.
For the wider picture, compare all Serie A odds and the rest of the round's fixtures before you settle on a bet.
Cruzeiro Preview
Cruzeiro reach this fixture 23 match into their Serie A. Here is where Cruzeiro EC stand:
In this competition
10 won, 6 drawn, 7 lost
1.57 points per game
32 scored, at 1.39 a game
32 conceded, at 1.39 a game
Cruzeiro EC, season-wide
15 won, 11 drawn, 8 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Kaio Jorge, 6 goals
Most assists: Fagner, 4 assists
Recent results — Cruzeiro
16/08/2026 18:30
12/08/2026 20:30
09/08/2026 10:00
05/08/2026 18:00
02/08/2026 17:30
Flamengo: how they are travelling
Flamengo come in 22 matches into their Serie A.
Here is what Fla have produced:
In this competition
13 won, 6 drawn, 3 lost
2.05 points per game
44 scored, at 2 a game
19 conceded, at 0.86 a game
Fla, season-wide
19 won, 8 drawn, 4 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Pedro Guilherme Abreu dos Santos, 14 goals
Most assists: Samuel Lino, 7 assists
Recent results — Fla
16/08/2026 17:30
12/08/2026 20:30
09/08/2026 18:30
29/07/2026 18:30
26/07/2026 17:30
The head-to-head favours Flamengo
Flamengo have generally come out ahead of Cruzeiro EC in their recent meetings.
From 25 match(es):
Flamengo: 13 win(s)
Cruzeiro: 5 win(s)
Drawn: 7
That trend is worth factoring into the Cruzeiro vs Flamengo prediction.
Form comparison Cruzeiro vs Flamengo
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
Cruzeiro
Brazil - Serie A
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
W
W
L
W
|
1.57 |
| Home |
W
L
D
W
L
|
1.58 |
| Away |
W
W
W
D
W
|
1.55 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 43% | 42% | 45% |
| Goals | 2.78 | 2.75 | 2.82 |
| Scored | 1.39 | 1.58 | 1.18 |
| Conceded | 1.39 | 1.17 | 1.64 |
| Both Teams to Score | 65% | 67% | 64% |
| Without Conceding | 22% | 25% | 18% |
| Failed To Score | 17% | 17% | 18% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.56 | 1.64 | 1.48 |
|
xGA
|
1.26 | 1 | 1.55 |
Away Team
Flamengo
Brazil - Serie A
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
W
W
D
D
|
2.05 |
| Home |
W
W
D
W
L
|
2.1 |
| Away |
W
D
W
D
W
|
2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 59% | 60% | 58% |
| Goals | 2.86 | 2.7 | 3 |
| Scored | 2 | 1.9 | 2.08 |
| Conceded | 0.86 | 0.8 | 0.92 |
| Both Teams to Score | 50% | 40% | 58% |
| Without Conceding | 41% | 50% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 9% | 10% | 8% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.67 | 1.92 | 1.46 |
|
xGA
|
1.3 | 1.18 | 1.4 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: Flamengo to Win
Flamengo faces a tough challenge against Cruzeiro, especially playing at Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto, but we still see them as the stronger side.
Their recent form has been outstanding, with strong performances and positive momentum on their side. Our betting tip is Flamengo to win the match.
👉 Prediction: Flamengo win or Draw
Despite being the away side, we don’t expect Flamengo to lose this match. Our recommended bet is Flamengo to win or draw in the Double Chance market, ensuring a payout as long as they don’t lose.
Flamengo has its weaknesses, but Cruzeiro has been vulnerable, and home advantage might not be enough to keep them from losing.
Fixture information - Cruzeiro vs Flamengo
Match: Cruzeiro vs Flamengo
Competition: Serie A
Date: Sunday, 23/08/2026
Kick-off: 00:30 (UK time)
Venue: Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto
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Stats
The statistics for Raposa vs Clube de Regatas do Flamengo that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
2.88
League: 2.6
Both Teams to Score
63%
League: 57%
Over 1.5+
88%
League: 78%
Over 2.5+
63%
League: 49%
Cards
5
League: 4.91
Corners
9.59
League: 10
Home Team
Cruzeiro
Brazil - Serie A
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
W
W
L
W
|
1.57 |
| Home |
W
L
D
W
L
|
1.58 |
| Away |
W
W
W
D
W
|
1.55 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 43% | 42% | 45% |
| Goals | 2.78 | 2.75 | 2.82 |
| Scored | 1.39 | 1.58 | 1.18 |
| Conceded | 1.39 | 1.17 | 1.64 |
| Both Teams to Score | 65% | 67% | 64% |
| Without Conceding | 22% | 25% | 18% |
| Failed To Score | 17% | 17% | 18% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.56 | 1.64 | 1.48 |
|
xGA
|
1.26 | 1 | 1.55 |
Away Team
Flamengo
Brazil - Serie A
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
W
W
D
D
|
2.05 |
| Home |
W
W
D
W
L
|
2.1 |
| Away |
W
D
W
D
W
|
2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 59% | 60% | 58% |
| Goals | 2.86 | 2.7 | 3 |
| Scored | 2 | 1.9 | 2.08 |
| Conceded | 0.86 | 0.8 | 0.92 |
| Both Teams to Score | 50% | 40% | 58% |
| Without Conceding | 41% | 50% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 9% | 10% | 8% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.67 | 1.92 | 1.46 |
|
xGA
|
1.3 | 1.18 | 1.4 |
Corners
9.22 / Match
+3% Corners / Match
Cruzeiro received +3% more corners than Flamengo in the Serie A
8.91 / Match
Corinthians
(8)
Mirassol
(4)
Coritiba
(2)
Botafogo
(9)
Internacional
(7)
Fluminense
(5)
Chapecoense
(9)(3)
Mirassol
(8)
Vitória
(3)
Internacional
(5)
São Paulo
(3)
Chapecoense
(6)
Coritiba
(8)
Palmeiras
Cards
2.61 / Match
+7% Cards / Match
Cruzeiro received +7% more cards than Flamengo in the Serie A
2.45 / Match
Corinthians
(4)
Mirassol
(3)
Coritiba
(1)
Botafogo
(4)
Internacional
(6)
Fluminense
(2)
Chapecoense
(1)(0)
Mirassol
(1)
Vitória
(3)
Internacional
(1)
São Paulo
(0)
Chapecoense
(3)
Coritiba
(5)
Palmeiras
Goals Scored
1.39 / Match
+44%
Flamengo is +44% better in terms of goals scored
2 / Match
Corinthians
(2)
Mirassol
(3)
Coritiba
(1)
Botafogo
(0)
Internacional
(2)
Fluminense
(1)
Chapecoense
(2)(5)
Mirassol
(2)
Vitória
(1)
Internacional
(1)
São Paulo
(4)
Chapecoense
(3)
Coritiba
(0)
Palmeiras
Goals Conceded
1.39 / Match
+38%
Cruzeiro condeded +38% more goals than Flamengo
0.86 / Match
Corinthians
(1)
Mirassol
(1)
Coritiba
(0)
Botafogo
(1)
Internacional
(1)
Fluminense
(1)
Chapecoense
(1)(1)
Mirassol
(0)
Vitória
(1)
Internacional
(1)
São Paulo
(0)
Chapecoense
(0)
Coritiba
(3)
Palmeiras
Serie A Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Palmeiras
|
23 | 14 | 6 | 3 | 40 | 19 | 21 | 48 | 2.09 |
| 2 |
Flamengo
|
22 | 13 | 6 | 3 | 44 | 19 | 25 | 45 | 2.05 |
| 3 |
Athletico-PR
|
23 | 12 | 5 | 6 | 31 | 20 | 11 | 41 | 1.78 |
| 4 |
Fluminense
|
23 | 10 | 8 | 5 | 34 | 28 | 6 | 38 | 1.65 |
| 5 |
Cruzeiro
|
23 | 10 | 6 | 7 | 32 | 32 | 0 | 36 | 1.57 |
| 6 |
Bahia
|
23 | 8 | 10 | 5 | 32 | 28 | 4 | 34 | 1.48 |
| 7 |
RB Bragantino
|
22 | 9 | 5 | 8 | 27 | 23 | 4 | 32 | 1.45 |
| 8 |
Corinthians
|
23 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 25 | 22 | 3 | 32 | 1.39 |
| 9 |
Atlético MG
|
22 | 9 | 5 | 8 | 30 | 27 | 3 | 32 | 1.45 |
| 10 |
Coritiba
|
23 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 28 | 30 | -2 | 31 | 1.35 |
| 11 |
Botafogo
|
22 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 35 | 34 | 1 | 30 | 1.36 |
| 12 |
Vitória
|
23 | 8 | 5 | 10 | 23 | 33 | -10 | 29 | 1.26 |
| 13 |
São Paulo
|
22 | 7 | 6 | 9 | 27 | 26 | 1 | 27 | 1.23 |
| 14 |
Santos
|
22 | 6 | 7 | 9 | 32 | 35 | -3 | 25 | 1.14 |
| 15 |
Grêmio
|
22 | 6 | 7 | 9 | 24 | 30 | -6 | 25 | 1.14 |
| 16 |
Internacional
|
22 | 5 | 8 | 9 | 23 | 27 | -4 | 23 | 1.05 |
| 17 |
Mirassol
|
22 | 6 | 5 | 11 | 25 | 35 | -10 | 23 | 1.05 |
| 18 |
Remo
|
22 | 5 | 7 | 10 | 26 | 36 | -10 | 22 | 1 |
| 19 |
Vasco da Gama
|
22 | 5 | 7 | 10 | 23 | 34 | -11 | 22 | 1 |
| 20 |
Chapecoense
|
22 | 1 | 8 | 13 | 23 | 46 | -23 | 11 | 0.5 |
Odds
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