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Santos vs Cruzeiro Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 13-09-2026
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Match Prediction
Expected score: Santos 1-0 Cruzeiro
SantosDrawCruzeiro
Over 2.5 goalsNo (48%)
Both teams to scoreYes (53%)
Santos faces Cruzeiro in a mid-table clash in Serie A on September 13, 2026, where both teams aim to solidify their positions. Santos, currently in the 13th spot, has struggled with form recently, while Cruzeiro, sitting at 6th, has a more favorable ranking but comes off a disappointing loss.
Team form
Santos
Santos has had a mixed bag of results in their last five matches, managing only one victory against Remo. They drew with Cruzeiro previously and suffered defeats against Flamengo, Internacional, and Corinthians, averaging 1.0 goals scored and 1.2 conceded per match during this stretch.
Cruzeiro
As for Cruzeiro, they also find themselves inconsistent, marked by their recent performances. Despite an impressive home win against Vitoria, they lost heavily to Sao Paulo and experienced both a draw and a loss against their recent opponents. Their average shows 1.6 goals scored but also 1.8 goals conceded per game over their last five outings, indicating they have, at times, struggled defensively.
Head-to-head
The historical head-to-head encounters illustrate a tangible rivalry between the two teams, with Cruzeiro having a slight edge in recent memory. They registered victories in three of their last five encounters. Santos managed one notable victory of 4-1 in 2019, and the latest meeting ended in a goalless draw—a result that may rekindle confidence on either side ahead of this match.
Key factors
Santos has the potential to leverage home advantage despite their recent form. Their past performances may be dictated by the effectiveness of players such as L. Diaz, who has shown sharpness in front of goal. Conversely, Cruzeiro's play seems centered around maintaining high possession, showcased by their 64% in a recent match, which could help them control the pace and manipulate Santos’ defensive set-up.
Prediction
Analyzing both teams' trajectories, Santos appears to have a slight upper hand playing on home ground. The odds indicate a potentially narrow victory, backing a Santos win given their urgency to escape the lower half of the table, further influenced by matches not ending in high-scoring affairs recently. The expected goals for Santos at 1.32 compared to Cruzeiro's at 1.28 suggests a similar proximity in threats, supporting a scenario where Santos may edge out the contest with a singular goal.
Given the dynamics of the match and the recent performances, a victory for Santos is deemed most likely. However, the contest is poised to be competitive, and thus a strategic approach to betting is recommended.
Match info
Tournaments:
Serie A(Regular Season - 27)
Referee:
No information
Stadium
Estadio Urbano Caldeira, Santos
Statistics
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Recent Form
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Cruzeiro
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Injuries & Suspensions
Lineups
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Flamengo | 26 | 16 | 6 | 4 | 54 |
| 2 |  Palmeiras | 26 | 15 | 8 | 3 | 53 |
| 3 |  Atletico Paranaense | 26 | 13 | 6 | 7 | 45 |
| 4 |  Fluminense | 26 | 12 | 9 | 5 | 45 |
| 5 |  Bahia | 26 | 11 | 10 | 5 | 43 |
| 6 |  Cruzeiro | 26 | 12 | 6 | 8 | 42 |
| 7 |  Coritiba | 26 | 10 | 7 | 9 | 37 |
| 8 |  Atletico-MG | 25 | 10 | 6 | 9 | 36 |
| 9 |  RB Bragantino | 25 | 10 | 5 | 10 | 35 |
| 10 |  Sao Paulo | 25 | 9 | 6 | 10 | 33 |
| 11 |  Vitoria | 26 | 9 | 5 | 12 | 32 |
| 12 |  Corinthians | 26 | 8 | 8 | 10 | 32 |
| 13 |  Santos | 25 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 32 |
| 14 |  Botafogo | 25 | 8 | 7 | 10 | 31 |
| 15 |  Gremio | 25 | 7 | 7 | 11 | 28 |
| 16 |  Mirassol | 26 | 7 | 7 | 12 | 28 |
| 17 |  Vasco DA Gama | 25 | 6 | 7 | 12 | 25 |
| 18 |  Internacional | 26 | 5 | 10 | 11 | 25 |
| 19 |  Remo | 26 | 5 | 8 | 13 | 23 |
| 20 |  Chapecoense-sc | 25 | 3 | 8 | 14 | 17 |
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