Cruzeiro vs São Paulo Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 30 Aug 2025

Série A Betting Preview: Cruzeiro vs São Paulo

Cruzeiro host São Paulo in this Brazilian Série A game, with kick-off set for 08:00 on Sunday 31 August. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

Back Cruzeiro to Overcome São Paulo

It wouldn’t be surprising to see Cruzeiro come out on top against São Paulo. We will therefore back them at 1.84 on the Full-Time Result market and get a nice return if the hosts manage to land a victory.

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Previous H2H Encounter Ended 1-1

Cruzeiro landed a 2-1 win last time out in Série A, beating Internacional at home. Leonardo Jardim's team had 45% possession and recorded seven shots on target, while Matheus Pereira and Kaio Jorge scored one goal apiece.

On Wednesday night, Cruzeiro won 2-0 away to Atlético Mineiro in the Copa do Brasil.

São Paulo secured a home victory in their previous game. A 2-0 win occurred against Atlético Mineiro. Tricolor Paulista were 51% in the possession stakes and recorded four shots on goal, while Pablo Maia and Gonzalo Tapia found the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

São Paulo are unbeaten when it comes to the past four games against Cruzeiro, with a 1-1 draw occurring in the last clash. The past 7 H2H matches have resulted in three São Paulo wins, two draws and two Cruzeiro successes.

Série A		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
2	Cruzeiro	23	14	5	4	37	16	21	37:16	47
7	São Paulo	23	9	8	6	27	23	4	27:23	35

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Cruzeiro have 5 wins, 2 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.7 goals from 5.0 shots on goal and 10.9 attempts. The Foxes have averaged 48.8% possession and 5.9 corners per game, with the opposition getting 0.7 goals from 2.9 shots on goal, 9.1 attempts and 4.6 corners.

Top goalscorer Kaio Jorge has found the net 7 times, with Matheus Pereira, Fabricio Bruno, Christian Cardoso and Gabriel Barbosa scoring 2 each. Matheus Pereira is the top assists maker on 5.

São Paulo have 6 victories, 2 defeats and 2 draws, with an average of 9.1 attempts, 4.2 shots on goal and 1.7 goals. Hernan Crespo's men average 52.9% possession, 5.4 corners awarded and 3.9 corners against them, while 1.1 goals have been conceded from 3.1 shots on goal and 6.7 attempts.

Luciano Neves has scored 3 goals, followed by Gonzalo Tapia, Damian Bobadilla, Robert Arboleda and Andre on 2. Nahuel Ferraresi and Luciano Neves have been the top assists providers with 3 in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Cruzeiro confirmed lineup (4-2-2-2): Cassio (GK), William, Fabricio Bruno, Lucas Villalba, Kaiki, Lucas Daniel Romero, Lucas Silva, Matheus Henrique, Wanderson, Matheus Pereira, Kaio Jorge.

São Paulo confirmed lineup (3-5-2): Rafael (GK), Nahuel Ferraresi, Alan Franco, Sabino, Cedric Soares, Damian Bobadilla, Pablo Maia, Rodriguinho, Patryck, Luciano Neves, Ferreira.

Cruzeiro vs São Paulo Prediction & Betting Tips

From our key match prediction to corners advice, correct score pick, top player prop insights and a builder tailored for value — our Cruzeiro vs São Paulo betting tips covers it all.

Match Prediction

We’re going for a straight pick on Cruzeiro as we think they’re the likely winners of this Série A contest. We think the hosts can achieve some kind of victory, with odds of 1.84 currently available.

We’re constantly keeping tabs on the Série A team news. Along with the latest form, this helps us get the value every time. Our football experts are able to take a stats-led approach, with the key numbers providing a guide.

Key Cruzeiro vs São Paulo league stats:

• Cruzeiro have won 7 of their last 10 games at home.
• Cruzeiro have won 3 of their last 5 games at home.

Cruzeiro to Win Probability

Based on the latest odds from the top bookmakers, our pick carries a 54.3% chance of winning. After careful examination, our tipsters calculate this probability to be closer to 60%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Cruzeiro 1 - 0 São Paulo

There’s plenty of juice to be found by backing Cruzeiro to win 1-0. We can’t pass up the odds of 5.20 when it comes to correct score betting and it’s a fun wager.

Player Prop Picks

Corners Prediction

São Paulo Over 3.5 Corners

São Paulo have had over 3.5 corners in eight consecutive games, while Cruzeiro have had an average of 4.60 corners against them in their last 10 matches. We think that the value can be landed by betting on Team Corners and you can get 1.73 that São Paulo go over the line.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Cruzeiro

Total

10.50 5.90 4.60

Home

12.30 7.80 4.50

Away

10.70 4.40 6.30

São Paulo

Total

9.30 5.40 3.90

Home

9.80 5.30 4.50

Away

10.60 4.20 6.40

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Cruzeiro vs São Paulo Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Cruzeiro Have the Shortest Odds to Win

Cruzeiro are forecasted to be the most likely winner in this Série A encounter. The 1.91 for them coming out on top suggests a 52% probability based on their latest betting odds. São Paulo are operating at larger odds than the opposition and the underdogs can be wagered at 4.20.

If you’re feeling confident of a win for Cruzeiro, the Asian Handicap -0.5 option is priced at 1.92. You might instead think that São Paulo +0.5 at 1.88 is more appealing and the draw is included here.

When it comes to the Total Goals market, Under 2.5 is the shortest price for this exciting contest. A different wager could be betting BTTS No where you can land 1.58 when it comes to the Both Teams to Score No market.

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Kaio Jorge Pinto Ramos Favourite to Find the Net First

Those interested in Kaio Jorge Pinto Ramos to find the net anytime are able to get 2.23. There is the chance to back the favourite to score the first goal at odds of 3.60.

Cruzeiro vs São Paulo Lineups & Team News

Know who’s in and who’s out for Cruzeiro vs São Paulo before making your bets. We’ll bring you both the expected and confirmed lineups for Série A, along with current injury news.

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