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

Cruzeiro
WLWDW
13th 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 13th 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
Probability %
1
X
2
Pred
Correct
Avg.g
Coef.
Score.
Live coef.
Weather
STANDINGS UP TO 23/08/2026
Overall Table PTS
GP W D L GF GA +/-
01 Palmeiras Palmeiras
41 18 12 5 1 30 13 17
02 Flamengo Flamengo
34 17 10 4 3 31 16 15
03 Fluminense RJ Fluminense RJ
32 19 9 5 5 29 24 5
04 Bragantino Bragantino
30 19 9 3 7 26 20 6
05 Atletico Paranaense Atletico Paranaense
30 18 9 3 6 24 18 6
06 Bahia Bahia
29 18 8 5 5 27 23 4
07 Coritiba PR Coritiba PR
26 18 7 5 6 24 24 0
08 Sao Paulo Sao Paulo
25 18 7 4 7 23 20 3
09 Botafogo RJ Botafogo RJ
25 18 7 4 7 33 32 1
10 Vitoria BA Vitoria BA
25 18 7 4 7 22 25 -3
11 Atletico Mineiro Atletico Mineiro
24 18 7 3 8 22 23 -1
12 Corinthians Paulista (SP) Corinthians Paulista (SP)
24 18 6 6 6 18 19 -1
13 Cruzeiro Cruzeiro
24 18 6 6 6 24 28 -4
14 Internacional RS Internacional RS
21 18 5 6 7 21 22 -1
15 Santos Santos
21 19 5 6 8 27 31 -4
16 Gremio (RS) Gremio (RS)
21 19 5 6 8 21 25 -4
17 Vasco da Gama Vasco da Gama
20 19 5 5 9 22 30 -8
18 Mirassol Mirassol
19 18 5 4 9 20 25 -5
19 Remo Belem (PA) Remo Belem (PA)
18 18 4 6 8 21 29 -8
20 Chapecoense SC Chapecoense SC
9 18 1 6 11 17 35 -18
Cruzeiro Cruzeiro Last 6 matches
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%
Last 6 matches Flamengo Flamengo
18/07/2026 06:00
Flamengo 4 - 2 Olimpia Asuncion
International Club Friendly
12/07/2026 01:30
Benfica 1 - 2 Flamengo
International Club Friendly
09/07/2026 02:30
Lausanne Sports 0 - 2 Flamengo
International Club Friendly
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
Win
83%
Draw
17%
Lost
0%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues Brazil Serie A
Played games
Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro
21
 Flamengo
Flamengo
19
Goals
Scored
35
Avg. per game
1.67
Conceded
17
Avg. per game
0.81
Scored
44
Avg. per game
2.32
Conceded
16
Avg. per game
0.84
Scored a goal
In last 6 home matches
YesNo
6 (100%)0 (0%)
In last 6 home matches
NoYes
5 (83%)1 (17%)
In last 21 home matches
YesNo
19 (90%)2 (10%)
In last 21 home matches
NoYes
17 (89%)2 (11%)
Cruzeiro

Cruzeiro

Recent matches

Flamengo

Flamengo

Under /Over

(71%)15 6(29%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(89%)17 2(11%)

Under /Over

(29%)6 15(71%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(26%)5 14(74%)

Under /Over

(38%)8 13(62%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(58%)11 8(42%)

/Yes

(43%)9 12(57%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)9 10(53%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Cruzeiro Cruzeiro
Flamengo Flamengo
Shots
Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro
Total shots
13.90 avg / game
Blocked
64 total
Avg. 3.56
Flamengo
Flamengo
Total shots
17.47 avg / game
Blocked
84 total
Avg. 4.67
Cruzeiro Cruzeiro Pass Flamengo Flamengo
Total passes
7728
Avg. 386 / game
Accurate
87%
Ball possession
60%
Total passes
9330
Avg. 518 / game
Accurate
88%
Ball possession
61%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro
1952
Avg. 92.95 / game
 Flamengo
Flamengo
2079
Avg. 109.42 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro
959
Avg. 45.67 / game
 Flamengo
Flamengo
1185
Avg. 62.37 / game
OTHERS
Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro
21
Played games
Flamengo
Flamengo
19
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.52
11
Clean sheets
8
0.42
6.43
135
Corners
106
5.58
17.48
367
Throw-ins
282
14.84
0.86
18
Offsides
13
0.68
1.29
27
GK saves
31
1.63
Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro
DISCIPLINARY
Flamengo
Flamengo
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.86
39
Yellow card
34
1.79
0.10
2
Red card
2
0.11
10.57
222
Fouls
209
11.00
7.10
149
Tackles
149
7.84
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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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