Cruzeiro vs Flamengo: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 23 August

Prediction Match Centre

Cruzeiro

WLWDW

11th place in Brazil Serie A

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23/08/2026 13:00

Flamengo

WDWDL

2nd place in Brazil Serie A

Brazil Serie A

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Cruzeiro vs Flamengo on 23 August 2026 (kick-off: 13:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Cruzeiro vs Flamengo preview before placing your bet.

Cruzeiro will face Flamengo in Brazil Serie A on August 23, 2026 at 13:00.
Cruzeiro are currently 11th with 24 points after 18 matches.
Flamengo sit 2nd with 34 points from 17 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

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Pred

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Weather

STANDINGS UP TO 23/08/2026

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	31	18	9	4	5	28	23	5
04 Atletico Paranaense	30	18	9	3	6	24	18	6
05 Bragantino	29	18	9	2	7	25	19	6
06 Bahia	26	17	7	5	5	25	23	2
07 Coritiba PR	26	18	7	5	6	24	24	0
08 Sao Paulo	25	18	7	4	7	23	20	3
09 Atletico Mineiro	24	18	7	3	8	22	23	-1
10 Corinthians Paulista (SP)	24	18	6	6	6	18	19	-1
11 Cruzeiro	24	18	6	6	6	24	28	-4
12 Botafogo RJ	22	17	6	4	7	31	31	0
13 Vitoria BA	22	17	6	4	7	21	25	-4
14 Internacional RS	21	18	5	6	7	21	22	-1
15 Santos	21	18	5	6	7	26	29	-3
16 Gremio (RS)	21	18	5	6	7	20	23	-3
17 Vasco da Gama	20	18	5	5	8	22	29	-7
18 Remo Belem (PA)	18	18	4	6	8	21	29	-8
19 Mirassol	16	17	4	4	9	18	24	-6
20 Chapecoense SC	9	17	1	6	10	17	33	-16

Cruzeiro Last 6 matches

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

17/05/2026 07:00

Palmeiras 1 - 1 Cruzeiro

Brazil Serie A

Win

50%

Draw

50%

Lost

Last 6 matches Flamengo

04/07/2026 01:30

River Plate 2 - 2 Flamengo

International Club Friendly

31/05/2026 02:00

Flamengo 3 - 0 Coritiba PR

Brazil Serie A

27/05/2026 07:30

Flamengo 3 - 0 Cusco FC

Copa Libertadores

24/05/2026 07:00

Flamengo 0 - 3 Palmeiras

Brazil Serie A

21/05/2026 07:30

Flamengo 1 - 0 Estudiantes La Plata

Copa Libertadores

18/05/2026 05:30

Atletico Paranaense 1 - 1 Flamengo

Brazil Serie A

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Brazil Serie A

Played games

Cruzeiro

Flamengo

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.33

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.56

Scored

Avg. per game

1.82

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.94

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 18 matches

YesNo

15 (83%)3 (17%)

In last 18 matches

NoYes

15 (88%)2 (12%)

Cruzeiro

Recent matches

Flamengo

Under /Over

(89%)16 2(11%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(94%)16 1(6%)

Under /Over

(50%)9 9(50%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(29%)5 12(71%)

Under /Over

(39%)7 11(61%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(41%)7 10(59%)

/Yes

(67%)12 6(33%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)8 9(53%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Cruzeiro

Flamengo

Shots

Cruzeiro

Total shots

11.28 avg / game

Blocked

51 total

Avg. 3.00

Flamengo

Total shots

11.71 avg / game

Blocked

61 total

Avg. 3.59

Cruzeiro Pass Flamengo

Total passes

6389

Avg. 355 / game

Accurate

86%

Ball possession

57%

Total passes

7132

Avg. 420 / game

Accurate

88%

Ball possession

56%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Cruzeiro

Played games

Flamengo

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.22

Clean sheets

0.41

4.61

Corners

3.53

16.00

288

Throw-ins

218

12.82

1.22

Offsides

0.71

1.56

GK saves

2.41

Cruzeiro

DISCIPLINARY

Flamengo

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.78

1.94

0.11

0.24

11.67

210

Fouls

171

10.06

7.11

128

Tackles

118

6.94

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How We Build the Cruzeiro vs Flamengo Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Cruzeiro vs Flamengo on 23 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.

Cruzeiro vs Flamengo 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 Flamengo'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 Flamengo sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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