São Paulo vs Cruzeiro Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 13 Apr 2025

We’ll back São Paulo with a fair degree of confidence when they clash with Cruzeiro. At betting odds of -100 on the Full-Time Result market, this looks a value pick and we expect a return.

São Paulo drew on the road in their last Série A game. A 0-0 scoreline was played out against Atlético Mineiro. Luis Zubeldia's team recorded 41% possession and had four shots on target.

On Thursday night, São Paulo played out a 2-2 draw when hosting Peruvian Liga 1 side Alianza Lima in the Copa Libertadores.

Cruzeiro suffered a defeat in their previous league game. A 3-0 scoreline occurred on the road against Internacional. The Foxes were restricted to just 32% possession and one shot on goal.

Last time out, Cruzeiro lost 2-1 at home to Ecuadorian LigaPro outfit Mushuc Runa in the Copa Sudamericana.

Head-to-Head Statistics

São Paulo have landed three straight victories over Cruzeiro. In their last clash, São Paulo bagged a 1-0 away win. The previous 6 H2H games have included three wins for São Paulo, two triumphs for Cruzeiro and a single draw.

Série A		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
4	São Paulo	9	5	2	2	11	6	5	11:6	17
17	Cruzeiro	9	1	4	4	11	16	-5	11:16	7

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São Paulo have 2 wins, 3 losses and 5 draws, averaging 1.2 goals from 2.8 shots on goal and 7.7 attempts. Tricolor Paulista have averaged 59.0% possession and 5.2 corners per match, with the opposition scoring 1.1 goals from 5.0 shots on goal, 11.1 attempts and 5.3 corners.

The four top scorers are Luciano Neves, Luiz Gustavo, Andre and Lucas Moura, with these players all scoring 2 goals. Lucas Moura has recorded the most assists with 2.

Cruzeiro have 3 victories, 5 defeats and 2 draws, with an average of 0.9 goals from 2.7 shots on goal and 8.9 attempts. Leonardo Jardim's side have averaged 51.2% possession, 4.5 corners awarded and 5.5 corners against, while they’ve conceded 1.5 goals from 6.6 shots on goal and 12.6 attempts.

Matheus Pereira has scored 2 goals, followed by Dudu, Gabriel Barbosa, Tevis and Ramiro on 1. William has managed 2 assists in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

São Paulo confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Rafael (GK), Cedric Soares, Ruan, Alan Franco, Enzo Hernan Diaz, Alisson, Marcos Antonio, Lucas Ferreira, Luciano Neves, Ferreira, Andre.

Cruzeiro confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Cassio (GK), Fagner, Fabricio Bruno, Lucas Villalba, Kaiki, Lucas Daniel Romero, Lucas Silva, Christian Cardoso, Matheus Pereira, Wanderson, Kaio Jorge.

São Paulo vs Cruzeiro Prediction & Betting Tips

We’re going for a straight pick on São Paulo 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 -100 currently available.

We study the form as a first port of call and also make sure we’re across any injuries before making any football picks. Then it’s a case of understanding the sort of narrative that the stats provide.

Key São Paulo vs Cruzeiro league stats:

• São Paulo have won 6 of their last 10 games at home.
• São Paulo have won 12 of their last 20 games at home.
• Cruzeiro have lost 3 of their last 5 games on the road.
• Cruzeiro have lost 11 of their last 20 games on the road.
• São Paulo have won the last 3 games between these teams.

According to the latest odds, our pick has a 50% chance of winning. Our tipsters think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be closer to 60%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this bet.

The Asian Handicap provides you with the chance to get more juice on your wagers. You can move the line for São Paulo and choose the odds to suit you.

Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

São Paulo 1 - 0 Cruzeiro

An exciting bet could be a 1-0 victory in favor of São Paulo at odds of +430. A correct score wager provides a fun alternative and a nice potential return on the cards.

Corners Prediction

São Paulo Over 5.5 Corners +110

The 5.5 corners line has been covered by São Paulo in their past three home games, with the corner count against Cruzeiro going over 5.5 in their last five matches. There are odds of +110 being served up when it comes to this Team Corners wager and we think São Paulo will cover the line.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

São Paulo

Total

9.40 5.20 4.20

Home

9.40 5.00 4.40

Away

9.70 4.90 4.80

Cruzeiro

Total

10.00 5.60 4.40

Home

9.10 5.60 3.50

Away

10.30 5.50 4.80

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-132

Under 9.5

-108

São Paulo Corners

Over 5.5

+110

Under 5.5

-150

Cruzeiro Corners

Over 4.5

+120

Under 4.5

-163

Most Corners

1

-189

X

+600

2

+175

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São Paulo vs Cruzeiro Odds

São Paulo are the shortest price to win this Serie A game according to the bookies, with the gambling operators giving them a 52% probability due to their -109 betting odds. Cruzeiro are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +335.

For the Total Goals market, Under 2.5 Goals is the shortest price for this interesting match.

Many customers enjoy placing a Série A Bet Builder where you can combine different betting selections with the football betting sites. The more picks means that the odds get bigger.

Full-Time Result

1

-109

X

+215

2

+335

Half-Time Result

1

+165

X

-100

2

+380

Double Chance

1X

-526

12

-313

X2

-127

Draw No Bet

1

-270

2

+205

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.5

-106

2 Hcp +0.5

-116

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-222

Over 2.5

+165

Both Teams to Score

Yes

+120

No

-172

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São Paulo vs Cruzeiro Lineups & Team News

It’s great to get the latest lineups for the match, with injuries being flagged up thanks to our up-to-date São Paulo vs Cruzeiro team news.

The Série A squad information is a great asset when it comes to making your bets.

São Paulo Team Page Cruzeiro Team Page

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