Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 22:30
The encounter between Atlético-MG and Cruzeiro is set to kick off at 22:30 on Thursday, 29/10.
This Brazil Serie A fixture offers an intriguing clash of form and tactics, with both sides eager to make a statement at this stage of the season.
Read our full prediction below and get some of the best betting insights based on statistics.
Our analysts at Betting.co.uk have examined key metrics and modelled the most likely match outcomes based on both teams' recent performance data.
This includes historical trends, home and away statistics, and efficiency in front of goal.
Have a look at our recommended bet and key insights below.
Recommended Bet Our betting pick is Atlético-MG Win to Nil for the Atlético-MG vs Cruzeiro contest. We anticipate Atlético-MG to control the game and secure victory while maintaining defensive solidity. Their ability to score and keep a clean sheet makes this a strong selection.
Atlético-MG Win To Nil: 7/2
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Atlético-MG Win To Nil
Why we predict Atlético-MG to win to nil
Key Betting Insights
Atlético-MG
Cruzeiro
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Atlético-MG has completed 31 fixtures in the Brazil Serie A, securing 14 wins, 8 draws, and 9 losses — an average of 1.61 points per game. In the Brazil Serie A, the team has scored 42 goals (1.35 per game) and conceded 35 (1.13 per game).
Across all competitions this season, Atlético-MG has played 60 matches, scoring 84 goals (1.4 per match) and conceding 64 (1.07 per match).
Team Statistics/Latest Results
Atlético-MG to win the match: 6/4
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Atlético-MG
Date
Game
Result
26/10
L
21/10
L
17/10
W
14/10
W
11/10
W
Across 32 Brazil Serie A matches, Cruzeiro has posted 16 victories, 6 stalemates, and 10 defeats, averaging 1.69 points per fixture. In those games they scored 51 (1.59 per match) and conceded 46 (1.44 per match).
During the whole 2026 campaign, Cruzeiro has earned 29 wins from 57 matches across all competitions, scoring 86 goals (1.51 per match) and conceding 65 (1.14 per match).
Team Statistics/Latest Results
Cruzeiro to win the match: 7/4
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Cruzeiro
Date
Game
Result
23/10
W
18/10
W
13/10
L
08/10
W
20/09
W
Here's a statistical breakdown comparing each team's key metrics to the average.
From goal output and both teams to score rates to the results of their last 5 matches, these numbers offer a data-backed view to help identify betting value in the Atlético-MG vs Cruzeiro fixture.
Key metrics Brazil - Brazil Serie A Brazil - Brazil Serie ATeam Form
Atlético-MG
Form
Last 5 Games
PPG
Overall
L
L
W
W
W
1.8
Home
W
W
W
W
D
2.6
Away
L
L
D
L
L
0.2
Cruzeiro
Form
Last 5 Games
PPG
Overall
W
W
L
W
W
2.4
Home
W
W
W
D
W
2.6
Away
W
L
W
L
L
1.2
Here's a breakdown of the core match metrics that often define betting value: goals scored, goals conceded, corners and cards.
Analysing these stats offers a sharper view of team tendencies and helps identify markets with consistent trends.
Key metrics 8 last 5 matches 12 last 5 matches
Cruzeiro scored +50% more goals than Atlético-MG in the last 5 matches.
Goals Scored
Atlético-MG
Cruzeiro
Performance Gap
Flamengo
Montevideo City Torque
Coritiba
Montevideo City Torque
Santos
Key metrics 6 last 5 matches 7 last 5 matches
Cruzeiro conceded +17% more goals than Atlético-MG in the last 5 matches.
Goals Conceded
Atlético-MG
Cruzeiro
Performance Gap
Flamengo
Montevideo City Torque
Coritiba
Montevideo City Torque
Santos
Key metrics 29 last 5 matches 31 last 5 matches
Cruzeiro received +7% more corners than Atlético-MG in the last 5 matches.
Corners
Atlético-MG
Cruzeiro
Performance Gap
Flamengo
Montevideo City Torque
Coritiba
Montevideo City Torque
Santos
Key metrics 9 last 5 matches 10 last 5 matches
Cruzeiro received +11% more cards than Atlético-MG in the last 5 matches.
Cards
Atlético-MG
Cruzeiro
Performance Gap
Flamengo
Montevideo City Torque
Coritiba
Montevideo City Torque
Santos
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