Cruzeiro vs Atletico Mineiro: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 May

Cruzeiro

D D W D D

3rd place in Brazil Serie A

0-0

18/05/2025 19:30

Atletico Mineiro

D L D L L

11th place in Brazil Serie A

Brazil Serie A

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Cruzeiro vs Atletico Mineiro on 18 May 2025 (kick-off: 19:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Cruzeiro vs Atletico Mineiro preview before placing your bet.

Cruzeiro are currently 3rd with 70 points after 38 matches.
Atletico Mineiro sit 11th with 48 points from 38 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Cruzeiro to win with probability 38%.
Head-to-head history favors Atletico Mineiro, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Cruzeiro have no wins, while 3 matches ended in draws.

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.

Live coef.

Weather

19:30

2025-05-18

Cruzeiro vs Atletico Mineiro - Prediction & Odds

Cruzeiro

Atletico Mineiro

2025-05-18 19:30

STANDINGS UP TO 18/05/2025

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

01 Flamengo	79	38	23	10	5	78	27	51
02 Palmeiras	76	38	23	7	8	66	33	33
03 Cruzeiro	70	38	19	13	6	55	31	24
04 Mirassol	67	38	18	13	7	63	39	24
05 Fluminense RJ	64	38	19	7	12	50	39	11
06 Botafogo RJ	63	38	17	12	9	58	38	20
07 Bahia	60	38	17	9	12	50	46	4
08 Sao Paulo	51	38	14	9	15	43	47	-4
09 Gremio (RS)	49	38	13	10	15	47	50	-3
10 Bragantino	48	38	14	6	18	45	57	-12
11 Atletico Mineiro	48	38	12	12	14	43	44	-1
12 Santos	47	38	12	11	15	45	50	-5
13 Corinthians Paulista (SP)	47	38	12	11	15	42	47	-5
14 Vasco da Gama	45	38	13	6	19	55	60	-5
15 Vitoria BA	45	38	11	12	15	35	52	-17
16 Internacional RS	44	38	11	11	16	44	57	-13
17 Ceara	43	38	11	10	17	34	40	-6
18 Fortaleza	43	38	11	10	17	43	58	-15
19 Juventude	35	38	9	8	21	35	69	-34
20 Sport Club do Recife	17	38	2	11	25	28	75	-47

Head To Head

09/02/2025 15:00

Cruzeiro

0 - 2

Atletico Mineiro

BRA MG

18/01/2025 16:00

Atletico Mineiro

0 - 0

Cruzeiro

INT CF

10/08/2024 20:30

Cruzeiro

0 - 0

Atletico Mineiro

BRA D1

20/04/2024 20:00

Atletico Mineiro

3 - 0

Cruzeiro

BRA D1

07/04/2024 14:30

Cruzeiro

1 - 3

Atletico Mineiro

BRA MG

30/03/2024 15:30

Atletico Mineiro

2 - 2

Cruzeiro

BRA MG

Cruzeiro

Draw

50%

Atletico Mineiro

50%

Cruzeiro Last 6 matches

14/05/2025 20:30

Cruzeiro 2 - 1 Palestino CON CSA

11/05/2025 15:00

Sport Club do Recife 0 - 4 Cruzeiro BRA D1

07/05/2025 20:30

Mushuc Runa 1 - 1 Cruzeiro CON CSA

04/05/2025 17:30

Cruzeiro 2 - 1 Flamengo BRA D1

01/05/2025 20:30

Cruzeiro 2 - 0 Vila Nova Copa do Brasil

27/04/2025 17:30

Cruzeiro 1 - 0 Vasco da Gama BRA D1

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

Last 6 matches Atletico Mineiro

15/05/2025 20:30

Atletico Mineiro 3 - 1 Caracas FC CON CSA

11/05/2025 16:30

Atletico Mineiro 3 - 2 Fluminense RJ BRA D1

08/05/2025 18:00

Deportes Iquique 3 - 2 Atletico Mineiro CON CSA

05/05/2025 19:00

Juventude 0 - 1 Atletico Mineiro BRA D1

29/04/2025 18:30

Maringa FC 2 - 2 Atletico Mineiro Copa do Brasil

26/04/2025 17:30

Mirassol 2 - 2 Atletico Mineiro BRA D1

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Brazil Serie A

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Goals

Scored

207

Avg. per game

0.69

Conceded

147

Avg. per game

0.49

Scored

226

Avg. per game

0.75

Conceded

167

Avg. per game

0.56

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

148 (49%)152 (51%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

161 (54%)139 (46%)

Cruzeiro

Recent matches

Atletico Mineiro

Under /Over

(69%)31 14(31%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(67%)30 15(33%)

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(29%)13 32(71%)

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

/Yes

(51%)23 22(49%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(51%)23 22(49%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Cruzeiro

Atletico Mineiro

Shots

Cruzeiro

Total shots

11.89 avg / game

Blocked

621 total

Avg. 3.20

Atletico Mineiro

Total shots

12.83 avg / game

Blocked

710 total

Avg. 3.55

Cruzeiro Pass Atletico Mineiro

Total passes

90529

Avg. 389 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

55%

Total passes

114842

Avg. 438 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

56%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Cruzeiro

300

Played games

Atletico Mineiro

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.39

117

Clean sheets

108

0.36

5.52

1655

Corners

1507

5.02

10.98

3294

Throw-ins

3986

13.29

1.28

385

Offsides

419

1.40

2.00

600

GK saves

645

2.15

Cruzeiro

DISCIPLINARY

Atletico Mineiro

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.14

642

663

2.21

0.11

0.11

9.91

2972

Fouls

3296

10.99

9.65

2894

Tackles

3576

11.92

NEXT MATCHES

Corinthians Paulista (SP)

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How We Build the Cruzeiro vs Atletico Mineiro Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Cruzeiro vs Atletico Mineiro on 18 May 2025 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.

Cruzeiro vs Atletico Mineiro Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Cruzeiro's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Atletico Mineiro'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 Cruzeiro and Atletico Mineiro sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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