Corinthians Paulista (SP) vs Cruzeiro: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 August

Prediction

Corinthians Paulista (SP)

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12th place in Brazil Serie A

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16/08/2026 16:00

Cruzeiro

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13th place in Brazil Serie A

Brazil Serie A

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Corinthians Paulista (SP) vs Cruzeiro on 16 August 2026 (kick-off: 16:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Corinthians Paulista (SP) vs Cruzeiro preview before placing your bet.

Corinthians Paulista (SP) will face Cruzeiro in Brazil Serie A on August 16, 2026 at 16:00.
Corinthians Paulista (SP) are currently 12th with 24 points after 18 matches.
Cruzeiro sit 13th with 24 points from 18 matches.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

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Weather

STANDINGS UP TO 16/08/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Palmeiras	41	18	12	5	1	30	13	17
02 Flamengo	34	17	10	4	3	31	16	15
03 Fluminense RJ	32	19	9	5	5	29	24	5
04 Bragantino	30	19	9	3	7	26	20	6
05 Atletico Paranaense	30	18	9	3	6	24	18	6
06 Bahia	29	18	8	5	5	27	23	4
07 Coritiba PR	26	18	7	5	6	24	24	0
08 Sao Paulo	25	18	7	4	7	23	20	3
09 Botafogo RJ	25	18	7	4	7	33	32	1
10 Vitoria BA	25	18	7	4	7	22	25	-3
11 Atletico Mineiro	24	18	7	3	8	22	23	-1
12 Corinthians Paulista (SP)	24	18	6	6	6	18	19	-1
13 Cruzeiro	24	18	6	6	6	24	28	-4
14 Internacional RS	21	18	5	6	7	21	22	-1
15 Santos	21	19	5	6	8	27	31	-4
16 Gremio (RS)	21	19	5	6	8	21	25	-4
17 Vasco da Gama	20	19	5	5	9	22	30	-8
18 Mirassol	19	18	5	4	9	20	25	-5
19 Remo Belem (PA)	18	18	4	6	8	21	29	-8
20 Chapecoense SC	9	18	1	6	11	17	35	-18

Corinthians Paulista (SP) Last 6 matches

13/07/2026 02:00

Cascavel PR 1 - 1 Corinthians Paulista (SP)

International Club Friendly

31/05/2026 03:30

Gremio (RS) 1 - 3 Corinthians Paulista (SP)

Brazil Serie A

28/05/2026 07:30

Corinthians Paulista (SP) 0 - 2 CA Platense

Copa Libertadores

25/05/2026 04:30

Corinthians Paulista (SP) 1 - 0 Atletico Mineiro

Brazil Serie A

22/05/2026 07:30

CA Penarol 1 - 1 Corinthians Paulista (SP)

Copa Libertadores

18/05/2026 02:00

Botafogo RJ 3 - 1 Corinthians Paulista (SP)

Brazil Serie A

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Cruzeiro

13/07/2026 03:00

Gremio (RS) 3 - 1 Cruzeiro

International Club Friendly

04/07/2026 21:00

Cruzeiro 2 - 0 Defensor Sporting Montevideo

International Club Friendly

01/06/2026 06:30

Cruzeiro 1 - 1 Fluminense RJ

Brazil Serie A

29/05/2026 07:30

Cruzeiro 4 - 0 Barcelona SC(ECU)

Copa Libertadores

25/05/2026 02:00

Cruzeiro 2 - 1 Chapecoense SC

Brazil Serie A

20/05/2026 07:30

Boca Juniors 1 - 1 Cruzeiro

Copa Libertadores

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Brazil Serie A

Played games

Corinthians Paulista (SP)

Cruzeiro

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.11

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.86

Scored

Avg. per game

1.44

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.13

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 37 matches

YesNo

28 (76%)9 (24%)

In last 37 matches

NoYes

34 (87%)5 (13%)

Corinthians Paulista (SP)

Recent matches

Cruzeiro

Under /Over

(68%)25 12(32%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(74%)29 10(26%)

Under /Over

(24%)9 28(76%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(38%)15 24(62%)

Under /Over

(30%)11 26(70%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(36%)14 25(64%)

/Yes

(41%)15 22(59%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(54%)21 18(46%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Corinthians Paulista (SP)

Cruzeiro

Shots

Corinthians Paulista (SP)

Total shots

9.03 avg / game

Blocked

91 total

Avg. 2.68

Cruzeiro

Total shots

13.05 avg / game

Blocked

118 total

Avg. 3.37

Corinthians Paulista (SP) Pass Cruzeiro

Total passes

12104

Avg. 336 / game

Accurate

85%

Ball possession

57%

Total passes

14299

Avg. 386 / game

Accurate

85%

Ball possession

57%

TOTAL ATTACKS

Corinthians Paulista (SP)

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

Corinthians Paulista (SP)

OTHERS

Corinthians Paulista (SP)

Played games

Cruzeiro

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.43

Clean sheets

0.38

3.70

137

Corners

200

5.13

14.59

540

Throw-ins

683

17.51

1.03

Offsides

1.10

2.05

GK saves

1.85

Corinthians Paulista (SP)

DISCIPLINARY

Cruzeiro

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.43

1.85

0.11

0.13

8.84

327

Fouls

453

11.62

6.38

236

Tackles

292

7.49

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How We Build the Corinthians Paulista (SP) vs Cruzeiro Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Corinthians Paulista (SP) vs Cruzeiro on 16 August 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Brazil Serie A fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Corinthians Paulista (SP) vs Cruzeiro Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Corinthians Paulista (SP)'s recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Cruzeiro's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Brazil Serie A Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Brazil Serie A standings and the Brazil Serie A form table to understand exactly where Corinthians Paulista (SP) and Cruzeiro sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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