Our Predictions
Cruzeiro have a strong home record and higher motivation, while Fluminense have struggled away and sit midtable. The odds of 1.85 reflect their status as favorites.
Four of the last five head-to-heads finished with at least one clean sheet. Cruzeiro's defense is solid at home, which suits the 'No' selection at 1.70.
Recent games between these sides are often tight, low-scoring affairs. Under 2.5 at 1.57 offers good value given 4/5 last matches went under this mark.
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Cruzeiro vs Fluminense Prediction & Preview – Serie A Showdown at Mineirão
Welcome to Extratips! Get ready for a fierce clash as Cruzeiro hosts Fluminense on November 9th, 2025, in the Brazilian Serie A. Cruzeiro sits 3rd with 57 points after 30 games (16W, 9D, 5L), while Fluminense holds 7th spot at 44 points from 29 matches (13W, 5D, 11L). Both sides aim to finish strong, but Cruzeiro has home advantage and a better league standing.
Looking at the odds, Cruzeiro are favorites at 1.85 to win, while a draw pays 3.20 and Fluminense are at 4.50 to take the away win. Both teams to score is set at 2.05 for Yes, and 1.70 for No. Over 2.5 goals stands at 2.35[odds].
Their last 5 head-to-heads: Fluminense 0-2 Cruzeiro (Jul 2025), Fluminense 1-0 Cruzeiro (Oct 2024), Cruzeiro 2-0 Fluminense (Jun 2024), Fluminense 1-0 Cruzeiro (Sep 2023), Cruzeiro 0-2 Fluminense (May 2023). Cruzeiro have taken 3 wins to 2 over that span.
At home, Cruzeiro are tough: 5 wins, 4 draws, and only 1 loss in their last 10. Fluminense's away form is less steady – 5 wins, 2 draws, 3 losses in their last 10 on the road.
Cruzeiro's strengths: solid defense, creative passing, late goals. Weaknesses: can struggle breaking down compact teams, inconsistent finishing, occasional lapses after halftime. Fluminense's strengths: quick counterattacks, set pieces, never-say-die attitude. Weaknesses: leaky defense, struggle vs. top-half sides, fading late in games.
Key factors: Both teams report mostly fit squads, but Fluminense have struggled to keep clean sheets against sides with strong attacks.
Angles to watch: 1) Cruzeiro's push for a top-two finish. 2) Can Fluminense spoil the party away? 3) Kaio Jorge's hunt for the golden boot.
Match scenarios?
- Cruzeiro to win a tight contest (High)
- Draw with few goals (Medium)
- Fluminense shock win (Low)
This has all the makings of an intense battle under the lights! Read on for our best bets.