Cruzeiro vs Atlético Mineiro Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 02 May 2026

Série A Betting Preview: Cruzeiro vs Atlético Mineiro

Cruzeiro clash with Atlético Mineiro, with kick-off set for 20:00 on Saturday 2 May.

Cruzeiro look like an attractive bet at -112 and we think they can beat Atlético Mineiro. We’ll place this Full-Time Result wager with confidence and there’s plenty of juice in the available price.

Cruzeiro won their last game 1-0. This was a road victory against Remo, making it three wins on the bounce. The Foxes had most of the ball recording 59% possession and five shots on target, with Keny Arroyo scoring the winning goal in the 34th minute.

On Tuesday night, Cruzeiro hosted Boca Juniors in the Copa Libertadores and won 1-0.

Atlético Mineiro have lost their previous three games. The latest was a 4-0 home defeat to Flamengo. Eduardo Dominguez's side enjoyed 51% possession and six shots on goal.

Three days ago, Atlético lost to 1-0 when visiting Club Cienciano in the Copa Sudamericana.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Cruzeiro boast an unbeaten record in the past five matches against Atlético, with the last encounter being a 1-1 draw. The past 10 H2H matches have witnessed four draws along with three wins each.

Série A		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
9	Atlético MG	18	7	3	8	22	23	-1	22:23	24
11	Cruzeiro	18	6	6	6	24	28	-4	24:28	24

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Cruzeiro have 4 wins, 3 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.4 goals from 4.8 shots on goal and 9.5 attempts. Artur Jorge's men have averaged 56.2% possession and 4.5 corners per game, with the opposition getting 1.3 goals from 3.2 shots on goal, 7.4 attempts and 3.9 corners.

Christian Cardoso is the top scorer with 5 goals, while Keny Arroyo and Neyser Villarreal each have 2. Matheus Pereira, Keny Arroyo and Kaiki have racked up the most assists with 2 each.

Atlético have 4 victories and 6 defeats, with an average of 4.6 shots on goal, 8.9 attempts and 0.9 goals. Galo average 49.8% possession, 4.9 corners awarded and 5.1 corners against, while 1.3 goals have been conceded from 9.0 attempts and 4.2 shots on goal.

Victor Hugo and Tomas Cuello have 2 and they’re top of the team’s scoring charts, with Gustavo Scarpa on 1. Hulk has managed 2 assists in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Cruzeiro confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Otavio Costa (GK), Kaua Moraes, Fabricio Bruno, Jonathan Jesus, Kaiki, Gerson, Lucas Daniel Romero, Keny Arroyo, Matheus Pereira, Christian Cardoso, Kaio Jorge.

Atlético Mineiro confirmed lineup (3-4-2-1): Everson (GK), Ruan, Lyanco, Junior Alonso, Natanael, Alan Franco, Maycon Barberan, Renan Lodi, Bernard, Alan Minda, Mateo Cassierra.

Cruzeiro vs Atlético Mineiro Prediction & Betting Tips

Take in the full Cruzeiro vs Atlético Mineiro betting outlook — from our expert match prediction and correct score pick to sharp corners advice, player prop insights and a bet builder tailored for value.

Match Prediction

Cruzeiro look like a standout bet and we’re expecting them to triumph. There are odds of -112 that the home team win this Série A clash and we’re confident that this is a value play.

The football tipsters at Sportsgambler.com regularly look at the injury situatuation along with the Série A form guide. We have a wide range of stats at our disposal which means we can illustrate the key data to readers.

Key Cruzeiro vs Atlético Mineiro league stats:

• Cruzeiro have won 4 of their last 5 games.
• Cruzeiro have won 11 of their last 20 games at home.
• Cruzeiro have won 3 consecutive games.
• Atlético MG have lost 8 of their last 10 games on the road.
• Atlético MG have lost 16 of their last 20 games on the road.
• Atlético MG have lost their last 3 games.

According to the top betting sites, our pick has a 52.9% chance of landing a return. Taking all factors into consideration, our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 60%. This is why we regard this as a value wager.

Those who are looking for bigger odds when backing Cruzeiro should consider the Asian Handicap. Place a wager on them to cover the line that makes the most appeal.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Cruzeiro 2 - 1 Atlético

We’ve found an attractive bet at odds of +600 and it involves Cruzeiro winning 2-1. We like a wager on correct score as there’s the chance to bank a bigger return.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Christian Roberto Cardoso to Score +270

Christian Roberto Cardoso (Cruzeiro) has racked up four goals in his past five Série A games. When it comes to him finding the net, we believe the +270 available is appealing when backing him on the Anytime Goalscorer market.

Latest Christian Roberto Cardoso Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+270

First

+650

Shots

Over 1.5

-161

Under 1.5

-

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Corners Prediction

Cruzeiro Under 5.5 Corners -128

The 5.5 corners line has not been covered by Cruzeiro in five straight games, while the past three Atlético Mineiro matches have seen under 5.5 corners conceded. If you agree with our verdict that the Cruzeiro Team Corners line is too big, go for odds of -128 that they go under.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Cruzeiro

Total

8.40 4.50 3.90

Home

8.80 5.40 3.40

Away

10.30 5.10 5.20

Atlético

Total

10.00 4.90 5.10

Home

10.70 5.40 5.30

Away

10.70 5.80 4.90

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-147

Under 9.5

+102

Cruzeiro Corners

Over 5.5

-114

Under 5.5

-132

Atlético Corners

Over 4.5

+110

Under 4.5

-167

Most Corners

1

-167

X

+650

2

+165

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Cruzeiro vs Atlético Mineiro Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

Cruzeiro are the -112 favourites on the 1x2 betting. That implies a 53% chance of triumphing in this Série A encounter according to the latest odds. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, Atlético Mineiro are trading at +310.

The Asian Handicap -0.5 option is the same as a win on the 1x2 market. Cruzeiro are -112 when it comes to this selection, with their opponents Atlético +0.5 at -110 which means the draw is also included with this pick.

For the Total Goals market, Under 2.5 is the shortest price for this interesting contest. The Both Teams to Score market is intriguing, with the Yes and No options evenly-matched.

When it comes to every Série A match, you will find hundreds of markets available. Go through the various attractive options which are available at the best football betting sites.

Full-Time Result

1

-112

X

+245

2

+310

Half-Time Result

1

+150

X

+116

2

+350

Double Chance

1X

-435

12

-333

X2

-116

Draw No Bet

1

-270

2

+180

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.5

-112

2 Hcp +0.5

-110

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-139

Over 2.5

+107

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-116

No

-119

There is +145 available that Kaio Jorge finds the net, while he is available at +350 to register the first goal which makes him favourite.

Kaio Jorge (Cruzeiro)

First

+350

Anytime

+145

Francisco Da Costa (Cruzeiro)

First

+600

Anytime

+250

Givanildo Hulk (Atlético MG)

First

+600

Anytime

+260

Christian Roberto Cardoso (Cruzeiro)

First

+650

Anytime

+270

Mateo Cassierra (Atlético MG)

First

+750

Anytime

+300

Matheus Pereira (Cruzeiro)

First

+850

Anytime

+350

Neisser Villarreal (Cruzeiro)

First

+950

Anytime

+400

Keny Arroyo (Cruzeiro)

First

+1000

Anytime

+450

Eduardo Dudu (Atlético MG)

First

+1200

Anytime

+480

Gerson Santos da Silva (Cruzeiro)

First

+1200

Anytime

+480

Tomás Cuello (Atlético MG)

First

+1300

Anytime

+500

João Japa (Cruzeiro)

First

+1300

Anytime

+525

Victor Hugo Gomes Silva (Atlético MG)

First

+1300

Anytime

+525

Reinier (Atlético MG)

First

+1300

Anytime

+525

Matheus Henrique (Cruzeiro)

First

+1400

Anytime

+600

Bruno Rafael Rodrigues (Cruzeiro)

First

+1500

Anytime

+600

Bernard (Atlético MG)

First

+1600

Anytime

+650

Tomas Perez (Atlético MG)

First

+1700

Anytime

+650

Wanderson Sousa Campos (Cruzeiro)

First

+1700

Anytime

+750

Kaiki Bruno da Silva (Cruzeiro)

First

+1800

Anytime

+750

Gustavo Scarpa (Atlético MG)

First

+1800

Anytime

+750

Fabrício Bruno Soares de Faria (Cruzeiro)

First

+2200

Anytime

+900

Lucas Villalba (Cruzeiro)

First

+2200

Anytime

+1000

João Marcelo Ferreira (Cruzeiro)

First

+2200

Anytime

+1000

Lucas Silva (Cruzeiro)

First

+2200

Anytime

+1000

Kaio Jorge (Cruzeiro)

Over 4.5

+115

Under 4.5

-

Givanildo Hulk (Atlético MG)

Over 2.5

-130

Under 2.5

-

Francisco Da Costa (Cruzeiro)

Over 2.5

+107

Under 2.5

-

Christian Roberto Cardoso (Cruzeiro)

Over 1.5

-161

Under 1.5

-

Mateo Cassierra (Atlético MG)

Over 1.5

-159

Under 1.5

-

Matheus Pereira (Cruzeiro)

Over 1.5

-185

Under 1.5

-

Neisser Villarreal (Cruzeiro)

Over 1.5

-104

Under 1.5

-

Keny Arroyo (Cruzeiro)

Over 1.5

-172

Under 1.5

-

Eduardo Dudu (Atlético MG)

Over 1.5

+108

Under 1.5

-

Tomás Cuello (Atlético MG)

Over 1.5

-110

Under 1.5

-

Victor Hugo Gomes Silva (Atlético MG)

Over 1.5

+123

Under 1.5

-

Tomas Perez (Atlético MG)

Over 0.5

-200

Under 0.5

-

Gustavo Scarpa (Atlético MG)

Over 0.5

-222

Under 0.5

-

Kaiki Bruno da Silva (Cruzeiro)

Over 0.5

-156

Under 0.5

-

Wanderson Sousa Campos (Cruzeiro)

Over 0.5

-156

Under 0.5

-

João Japa (Cruzeiro)

Over 0.5

-244

Under 0.5

-

Bernard (Atlético MG)

Over 0.5

-233

Under 0.5

-

Bruno Rafael Rodrigues (Cruzeiro)

Over 0.5

-182

Under 0.5

-

Matheus Henrique (Cruzeiro)

Over 0.5

-172

Under 0.5

-

Reinier (Atlético MG)

Over 0.5

-263

Under 0.5

-

Gerson Santos da Silva (Cruzeiro)

Over 0.5

-286

Under 0.5

-

Fabrício Bruno Soares de Faria (Cruzeiro)

Over 0.5

+108

Under 0.5

-

Cruzeiro vs Atlético Mineiro Lineups & Team News

Before placing any bets on Cruzeiro vs Atlético, check the team news first. We’ll bring you both the expected and confirmed lineups for Série A, along with current injury news.

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