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Football Brazilian Série A Wed 1 Apr 19:00
EC Vitória
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  7. Injuries
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Série A Betting Preview: Cruzeiro vs Vitória

Cruzeiro take on Vitória, with kick-off set for 19:00 on Wednesday 1 April.

Strong Case for Vitória to Cover the Line

Vitória +0.75 at +105 on the Asian Handicap looks like a sensible plan of attack, with our stake divided between +0.5 and +1.0 when they clash with Cruzeiro. We’re expecting defeat to be avoided.

Cruzeiro Beat Vitória Last Time Out

Cruzeiro played Santos at home in their last game. It was a 0-0 draw. The Foxes had most of the ball enjoying 58% possession and three shots on target.

Vitória claimed a home victory in their previous game. A 1-0 win occurred against Mirassol. The Salvador outfit were restricted to 40% possession and had five shots on goal, with Gabriel Baralhas firing the winner in the 28th minute.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Cruzeiro have avoided defeat against Vitória in the past four meetings. Their last encounter saw Cruzeiro win by a 3-1 scoreline. The previous 8 H2H meetings have involved four Cruzeiro wins, one Vitória victory and three draws.

Série A G W D L GF GA GD GD P
10 Vitória logo Vitória 7 3 1 3 8 10 -2 8:10 10
20 Cruzeiro logo Cruzeiro 8 0 4 4 8 16 -8 8:16 4
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Cruzeiro – Last 10 League Games

5 losses and 5 draws, averaging 1.0 goals from 9.1 attempts and 3.8 shots on goal. Cruzeiro have had 52.9% possession and 5.2 corners per match. On average, they have conceded 2.1 goals from 9.8 attempts and 5.0 shots on goal, while their opponents have earned 4.5 corners.

Top goalscorer Matheus Pereira has found the net 3 times, Christian Cardoso 2, with Keny Arroyo and two other players on 1. Kaiki and Lucas Daniel Romero have recorded the most assists with 2 apiece.

Vitória – Last 10 League Games

Vitória have 5 victories, 4 defeats and 1 draw, with an average of 1.1 goals from 3.9 shots on goal and 8.4 attempts. There’s been an average of 39.9% possession, 4.4 corners awarded and 5.0 corners against, while they’ve conceded 1.4 goals from 5.1 shots on goal and 11.1 attempts.

The leading scorer has been Gabriel Baralhas with 3, while Renato Kayzer and Matheuzinho have 2. Gabriel Baralhas, Fabricio and Erick Serafim have been the top assists providers with 2 in the previous 10 games.

Predicted & Confirmed Lineups

Cruzeiro predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Matheus Cunha (GK), William, Fabrício Bruno, Lucas Villalba, Kaiki, Matheus Henrique, Gerson, Christian Cardoso, Matheus Pereira, Keny Arroyo, Neiser Villarreal.

Vitória predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Lucas Arcanjo (GK), Nathan Mendes, Camutanga, Cacá, Ramon, Emmanuel Martinez, Gabriel Baralhas, Erick, Aitor Cantalapiedra, Matheuzinho, Renato Kayzer.

Cruzeiro vs Vitória Prediction & Betting Tips

This Cruzeiro vs Vitória betting breakdown features a main match prediction, a correct score insight, expert player prop picks, corners analysis and a sharply constructed bet builder to guide your wagers.

Match Prediction

We can make a strong case for Vitória on the Asian Handicap, with the outsiders being given +0.75 for this Série A game. A nice return could be on the cards and we like this line at appealing at odds of +105.

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Key Cruzeiro vs Vitória league stats:

  • The +0.75 line has been covered by Vitória in 13 of their last 20 games.
  • The +0.75 line has been covered by Vitória in 6 of their last 10 games.
  • The -0.75 line hasn’t been covered by Cruzeiro in 11 consecutive games.
  • The -0.75 line hasn’t been covered by Cruzeiro in 16 of their last 20 games.
Vitória +0.75 Probability

The best football betting sites make it a 48.8% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, our research has found that the actual probability is between 55-60%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this bet.

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Our Match Prediction
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Correct Score Prediction

Cruzeiro Cruzeiro logo 1 - 1 Vitória logo Vitória

There’s the option to bet on the two teams to play out a 1-1 draw. Odds of +525 are on offer and this is a correct score wager that should provide plenty of entertainment.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Christian Roberto Cardoso to Score +460 BetMGM logo

Christian Roberto Cardoso (Cruzeiro) has registered two goals in his past five Série A games on home soil. He looks like a value bet to find the net and you’re able to back this Anytime Goalscorer pick at odds of +460.

Latest Christian Roberto Cardoso Player Prop Odds

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Corners Prediction

Under 9.5 Corners +105 BetMGM logo

The 9.5 Total Corners line has not been covered in three straight Cruzeiro home games, with an average of 7.80 corners in the previous ten Vitória away matches. The Total Corners line could be on the high side based on the stats and +105 is available to back.

League Games
League Games
Last 10 Total For Against
Last 10 at Home Total For Against
Last 10 Away Total For Against
Cruzeiro Logo Cruzeiro
Total
9.70 5.20 4.50
Home
9.30 6.10 3.20
Away
10.30 5.50 4.80
Vitória Logo Vitória
Total
9.40 4.40 5.00
Home
9.90 5.10 4.80
Away
7.80 2.80 5.00
Latest Corner Odds

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Bet Builder Tips

Asian Handicap Vitória +0.75 +105
Both Team To Score Yes -110
Total Corners Under 9.5 +105

We’ve got a bet builder with three options: Vitória on the Asian Handicap at +0.75, Yes on the Both Teams to Score market and also Under 9.5 corners.

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Cruzeiro vs Vitória 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 Trading at Shorter Odds Than Vitória

The favourites have a 65% likelihood of success according to the bookies, with Cruzeiro chalked up at -182 to land a win in this Série A clash. The market implies that Vitória are the most unlikely to win at +510.

The Half-Time Result market means that your bet will always be settled at the interval. Cruzeiro are +112, while Vitória are alternatively priced at +480 and the draw is +125.

If you’re betting on Total Goals, the market is far from clear over whether Overs or Unders happens. Both Teams to Score betting is always popular and the No option on the BTTS market is available at -128.

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Francisco Da Costa is the First Goalscorer Favourite

Francisco Da Costa is the favourite to be First Goalscorer at +480. If you’re interested in backing him to find the net at anytime, then the price is +190.

Player Goals
Francisco Da Costa (Cruzeiro)
First
+190
Anytime
+480
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Matheus Pereira (Cruzeiro)
First
+270
Anytime
+700
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Neisser Villarreal (Cruzeiro)
First
+300
Anytime
+750
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Gerson Santos da Silva (Cruzeiro)
First
+350
Anytime
+850
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Player Shots
Francisco Da Costa (Cruzeiro)
Over 3.5
+120
Under 3.5
-
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João Japa (Cruzeiro)
Over 1.5
+106
Under 1.5
-
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Matheuzinho (Vitória)
Over 1.5
+148
Under 1.5
-
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Matheus Pereira (Cruzeiro)
Over 1.5
-233
Under 1.5
-
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Team Stats
Cruzeiro logo Cruzeiro League Stats
Vitória logo Vitória League Stats
Full-Time Result
  • 5 defeats and 5 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 3 wins, 1 defeat and 6 draws in the previous 10 home matches
Full-Time Result
  • 5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
  • 2 wins, 6 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches
Goals
Goals
Corners
Corners
Possession
Possession
Top Scorers & Assists
Top Scorers & Assists
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Cruzeiro vs Vitória Lineups & Team News

The latest Cruzeiro vs Vitória team news could impact your bets — review it first. Stay in the know with our predicted and confirmed Série A lineups and the latest on injuries.

Cruzeiro Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1

Vitória Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1

Cruzeiro Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1

31 Matheus Cunha
12 William 15 Fabrício Bruno 25 Lucas Villalba 6 Kaiki
8 Matheus Henrique 11 Gerson
88 Christian Cardoso 10 Matheus Pereira 99 Keny Arroyo
22 Neiser Villarreal
1 Lucas Arcanjo
45 Nathan Mendes 4 Camutanga 25 Cacá 13 Ramon
6 Emmanuel Martinez 44 Gabriel Baralhas
33 Erick 17 Aitor Cantalapiedra 10 Matheuzinho
79 Renato Kayzer

Vitória Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1

Previous Cruzeiro Lineups

22 Mar Série A
Cruzeiro 0-0 Santos
18 Mar Série A
Athletico PR 2-1 Cruzeiro
15 Mar Série A
Cruzeiro 3-3 Vasco da Gama
11 Mar Série A
Flamengo 2-0 Cruzeiro
25 Feb Série A
Cruzeiro 1-1 Corinthians
11 Feb Série A
Mirassol 2-2 Cruzeiro

Previous Vitória Lineups

22 Mar Série A
Vitória 1-0 Mirassol
19 Mar Série A
Grêmio 2-0 Vitória
14 Mar Série A
Vitória 2-0 Atlético MG
11 Mar Série A
Bahia 1-1 Vitória
10 Feb Série A
Vitória 1-2 Flamengo
04 Feb Série A
Palmeiras 5-1 Vitória

Injuries & Suspensions

Cruzeiro Injury Table
Type Name Info
Marlon Ankle
Kaio Jorge Foot
Cassio Knee
Marquinhos Cruciate ligame
Vitória Injury Table
Type Name Info
No players are currently reported injured or suspended.
Team Squads

Cruzeiro Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Tite

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Fabricio Bruno 25 D 8 720 8 0 0 0 2 0
Kaiki 6 D 8 712 8 0 0 2 1 0
Matheus Pereira 10 F 7 630 7 0 2 0 4 0
Christian Cardoso 88 M 8 572 7 1 1 0 0 0
Gerson 11 M 7 537 7 0 0 0 1 0

Vitória Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Jair Ventura

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Gabriel Baralhas 44 M 7 630 7 0 2 2 2 0
Ramon 13 F 7 566 7 0 1 0 2 0
Caique 95 D 6 495 6 1 0 0 1 0
Matheuzinho 10 M 7 479 6 1 1 0 2 0
Nathan Mendes 45 D 6 479 6 1 0 0 2 0
Brazil FlagSérie A Table
2026 Season
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Palmeiras 8 6 1 1 17:8 19
2 Athletico PR 8 5 1 2 14:8 16
3 São Paulo 8 5 1 2 10:5 16
4 Fluminense 8 5 1 2 13:9 16
5 Flamengo 7 4 2 1 13:5 14
6 Bahia 7 4 2 1 9:7 14
7 Coritiba 8 4 1 3 9:8 13
8 Grêmio 8 3 2 3 13:12 11
9 Vasco da Gama 8 3 2 3 13:13 11
10 Vitória 7 3 1 3 8:10 10
11 Corinthians 8 2 4 2 7:7 10
12 Internacional 8 2 2 4 7:9 8
13 Atlético MG 8 2 2 4 8:11 8
14 Bragantino 8 2 2 4 6:10 8
15 Chapecoense 7 1 4 2 9:11 7
16 Santos 8 1 4 3 10:13 7
17 Botafogo 7 2 0 5 11:16 6
18 Mirassol 7 1 3 3 8:10 6
19 Remo 8 1 3 4 10:15 6
20 Cruzeiro 8 0 4 4 8:16 4
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Palmeiras 4 4 0 0 10:3 12
2 Athletico PR 5 4 0 1 10:4 12
3 Fluminense 4 4 0 0 7:3 12
4 Grêmio 4 3 1 0 10:5 10
5 Vasco da Gama 5 3 1 1 8:6 10
6 São Paulo 4 3 0 1 6:2 9
7 Vitória 4 3 0 1 6:2 9
8 Atlético MG 4 2 2 0 7:5 8
9 Flamengo 3 2 1 0 6:1 7
10 Chapecoense 4 1 3 0 8:6 6
11 Bahia 3 1 2 0 4:2 5
12 Remo 4 1 2 1 7:6 5
13 Mirassol 4 1 2 1 6:6 5
14 Santos 4 1 2 1 5:5 5
15 Corinthians 4 1 1 2 4:5 4
16 Bragantino 4 1 1 2 4:5 4
17 Botafogo 2 1 0 1 4:3 3
18 Cruzeiro 4 0 3 1 5:6 3
19 Coritiba 3 1 0 2 1:2 3
20 Internacional 4 1 0 3 3:5 3