Our Predictions
Cruzeiro is favored by bookmakers at 1.55 odds. They beat Fortaleza 2-0 away in May, boast strong early home form, and Fortaleza struggles as away underdogs.
Recent matches saw one or both teams shut out: Cruzeiro kept clean sheets in the last two meetings. The bookie’s 1.62 odds lean clearly that way.
Tight recent scores (2-0, 1-2, 1-1) and cautious approaches hint at low scoring. ‘Under 2.5’ holds value at 1.70 odds.
Cruzeiro vs Fortaleza Prediction and Match Preview – Extratips
Welcome to Extratips! We gear up for a thrilling Serie A clash as Cruzeiro hosts Fortaleza on October 19th. Both teams kicked off the 2025 season with wins, sitting tied at 3 points after the opening round.
Bookies place Cruzeiro as clear favorites at 1.55 odds for a home win, with the draw at 3.90 and an away win for Fortaleza a distant 6.00. This suggests Cruzeiro’s home edge is strong.
Both teams share early momentum, but their motivation differs. Cruzeiro wants to build on a 2-0 away victory over Fortaleza, while the visitors look to bounce back. In their last five head-to-heads: Cruzeiro won 2, Fortaleza 2, and 1 ended level (most recent first: 2-0, 1-2, 1-1, 0-1, 1-1).
Cruzeiro at home recently took 3 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss, while Fortaleza has struggled away, winning just once in five.
Cruzeiro excels in fast attacks, home support, and solid defense (2 clean sheets recently). But they waste chances and sometimes lose midfield duels. Fortaleza’s strengths are set-pieces, disciplined defending, and counter-attacks. Weaknesses: away form and lack of goals.
No new injuries, but Fortaleza misses a few key men through suspensions.
Storylines: Cruzeiro’s fortress at home, Fortaleza’s underdog spirit, and the recent revenge factor after losing at home. Expect a close battle, with Cruzeiro leading the charge.