Cruzeiro vs Fortaleza: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 05 August

Cruzeiro

W L D D L

9th place in Brazil Serie A

1-2

05/08/2024 20:00

Fortaleza

W D D L L

4th place in Brazil Serie A

Brazil Serie A

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Cruzeiro vs Fortaleza on 05 August 2024 (kick-off: 20:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Cruzeiro vs Fortaleza preview before placing your bet.

Cruzeiro will face Fortaleza in Brazil Serie A on August 5, 2024 at 20:00.
Cruzeiro are currently 9th with 52 points after 38 matches.
Fortaleza sit 4th with 68 points from 38 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 1.94.

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

20:00

2024-08-05

Cruzeiro vs Fortaleza - Prediction & Odds

Cruzeiro

Fortaleza

2024-08-05 20:00

STANDINGS UP TO 05/08/2024

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

17/04/2024 19:00

Fortaleza

1 - 1

Cruzeiro

BRA D1

18/11/2023 17:30

Fortaleza

0 - 1

Cruzeiro

BRA D1

21/06/2023 18:00

Cruzeiro

0 - 1

Fortaleza

BRA D1

26/10/2019 20:00

Cruzeiro

1 - 1

Fortaleza

BRA D1

12/06/2019 20:00

Fortaleza

2 - 1

Cruzeiro

BRA D1

14/10/2006 15:00

Cruzeiro

0 - 0

Fortaleza

BRA D1

Fortaleza

17%

Draw

50%

Cruzeiro

33%

Cruzeiro Last 6 matches

27/07/2024 20:30

Botafogo RJ 0 - 3 Cruzeiro

BRA D1

24/07/2024 18:00

Cruzeiro 2 - 0 Juventude

BRA D1

20/07/2024 20:00

Palmeiras 2 - 0 Cruzeiro

BRA D1

13/07/2024 15:00

Cruzeiro 2 - 1 Bragantino

BRA D1

10/07/2024 17:30

Gremio (RS) 0 - 2 Cruzeiro

BRA D1

07/07/2024 15:00

Cruzeiro 3 - 0 Corinthians Paulista (SP)

BRA D1

Win

83%

Draw

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Fortaleza

27/07/2024 20:30

Fortaleza 1 - 0 Sao Paulo

BRA D1

24/07/2024 18:00

Criciuma 1 - 1 Fortaleza

BRA D1

21/07/2024 17:30

Fortaleza 3 - 1 Atletico Clube Goianiense

BRA D1

17/07/2024 20:30

Fortaleza 3 - 1 Vitoria BA

BRA D1

11/07/2024 19:00

Flamengo 1 - 2 Fortaleza

BRA D1

07/07/2024 15:00

Fortaleza 1 - 0 Fluminense RJ

BRA D1

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

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

Cruzeiro

Fortaleza

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.58

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.55

Scored

Avg. per game

0.53

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.47

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 38 matches

YesNo

18 (47%)20 (53%)

In last 38 matches

NoYes

15 (39%)23 (61%)

Cruzeiro

Recent matches

Fortaleza

Under /Over

(71%)27 11(29%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(74%)28 10(26%)

Under /Over

(32%)12 26(68%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(50%)19 19(50%)

Under /Over

(26%)10 28(74%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(26%)10 28(74%)

/Yes

(45%)17 21(55%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(53%)20 18(47%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Cruzeiro

Fortaleza

Shots

Cruzeiro

Total shots

11.79 avg / game

Blocked

91 total

Avg. 2.84

Fortaleza

Total shots

11.13 avg / game

Blocked

101 total

Avg. 3.26

Cruzeiro Pass Fortaleza

Total passes

16089

Avg. 423 / game

Accurate

84%

Ball possession

53%

Total passes

12400

Avg. 326 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

42%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Cruzeiro

Played games

Fortaleza

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.32

Clean sheets

0.34

5.08

193

Corners

161

4.24

18.50

703

Throw-ins

601

15.82

1.37

Offsides

1.47

3.42

130

GK saves

145

3.82

Cruzeiro

DISCIPLINARY

Fortaleza

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.34

2.26

0.13

0.21

12.26

466

Fouls

456

12.00

14.61

555

Tackles

585

15.39

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Cruzeiro vs Fortaleza Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Cruzeiro vs Fortaleza on 05 August 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 Fortaleza 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 Fortaleza'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 Fortaleza sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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