Cruzeiro vs Bahia: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 October

Cruzeiro

W L D D L

9th place in Brazil Serie A

1-1

18/10/2024 20:30

Bahia

L L D W L

8th place in Brazil Serie A

Brazil Serie A

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Cruzeiro vs Bahia on 18 October 2024 (kick-off: 20:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Cruzeiro vs Bahia preview before placing your bet.

Cruzeiro are currently 9th with 52 points after 38 matches.
Bahia sit 8th with 53 points from 38 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Cruzeiro to win with probability 43%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Cruzeiro and Bahia have each won 2 of the last 6 meetings, while 2 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

20:30

2024-10-18

Cruzeiro vs Bahia - Prediction & Odds

Cruzeiro

Bahia

2024-10-18 20:30

STANDINGS UP TO 18/10/2024

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

01 Botafogo RJ	79	38	23	10	5	59	29	30
02 Palmeiras	73	38	22	7	9	60	33	27
03 Flamengo	70	38	20	10	8	61	42	19
04 Fortaleza	68	38	19	11	8	53	39	14
05 Internacional RS	65	38	18	11	9	53	36	17
06 Sao Paulo	59	38	17	8	13	53	43	10
07 Corinthians Paulista (SP)	56	38	15	11	12	54	45	9
08 Bahia	53	38	15	8	15	49	49	0
09 Cruzeiro	52	38	14	10	14	43	41	2
10 Vasco da Gama	50	38	14	8	16	43	56	-13
11 Vitoria BA	47	38	13	8	17	45	52	-7
12 Atletico Mineiro	47	38	11	14	13	47	54	-7
13 Fluminense RJ	46	38	12	10	16	33	39	-6
14 Gremio (RS)	45	38	12	9	17	44	50	-6
15 Juventude	45	38	11	12	15	48	59	-11
16 Bragantino	44	38	10	14	14	44	48	-4
17 Atletico Paranaense	42	38	11	9	18	40	46	-6
18 Criciuma	38	38	9	11	18	42	61	-19
19 Atletico Clube Goianiense	30	38	7	9	22	29	58	-29
20 Cuiaba	30	38	6	12	20	29	49	-20

Head To Head

23/06/2024 15:00

Bahia

4 - 1

Cruzeiro

BRA D1

25/10/2023 19:00

Cruzeiro

3 - 0

Bahia

BRA D1

10/06/2023 17:30

Bahia

2 - 2

Cruzeiro

BRA D1

23/07/2022 15:00

Cruzeiro

1 - 0

Bahia

BRA D2

08/04/2022 20:30

Bahia

2 - 0

Cruzeiro

BRA D2

03/11/2019 18:00

Cruzeiro

1 - 1

Bahia

BRA D1

Cruzeiro

33%

Draw

33%

Bahia

33%

Cruzeiro Last 6 matches

03/10/2024 20:30

Fluminense RJ 1 - 0 Cruzeiro BRA D1

29/09/2024 17:30

Cruzeiro 1 - 1 Vasco da Gama BRA D1

26/09/2024 20:30

Cruzeiro 1 - 1 Clud Libertad CON CSA

22/09/2024 17:30

Cuiaba 0 - 0 Cruzeiro BRA D1

19/09/2024 20:30

Clud Libertad 0 - 2 Cruzeiro CON CSA

15/09/2024 17:30

Cruzeiro 0 - 1 Sao Paulo BRA D1

Win

17%

Draw

50%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Bahia

05/10/2024 18:00

Bahia 0 - 2 Flamengo BRA D1

29/09/2024 17:30

Bahia 1 - 0 Criciuma BRA D1

21/09/2024 20:00

Fortaleza 4 - 1 Bahia BRA D1

15/09/2024 17:30

Bahia 3 - 0 Atletico Mineiro BRA D1

12/09/2024 20:45

Flamengo 1 - 0 Bahia Copa do Brasil

01/09/2024 17:30

Bragantino 2 - 1 Bahia BRA D1

Win

33%

Draw

Lost

67%

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

227

Avg. per game

0.76

Conceded

180

Avg. per game

0.60

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

154 (51%)146 (49%)

Cruzeiro

Recent matches

Bahia

Under /Over

(69%)31 14(31%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(87%)39 6(13%)

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

/Yes

(51%)23 22(49%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(64%)29 16(36%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Cruzeiro

Bahia

Shots

Cruzeiro

Total shots

11.89 avg / game

Blocked

621 total

Avg. 3.20

Bahia

Total shots

12.63 avg / game

Blocked

541 total

Avg. 3.30

Cruzeiro Pass Bahia

Total passes

90529

Avg. 389 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

55%

Total passes

82312

Avg. 416 / game

Accurate

85%

Ball possession

55%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Cruzeiro

300

Played games

Bahia

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.39

117

Clean sheets

102

0.34

5.52

1655

Corners

1537

5.12

10.98

3294

Throw-ins

2481

8.27

1.28

385

Offsides

280

0.93

2.00

600

GK saves

545

1.82

Cruzeiro

DISCIPLINARY

Bahia

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.14

642

563

1.88

0.11

0.09

9.91

2972

Fouls

2444

8.15

9.65

2894

Tackles

2632

8.77

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Cruzeiro vs Bahia Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Cruzeiro vs Bahia on 18 October 2024 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 Bahia 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 Bahia'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 Bahia sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Brazil Serie A predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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