Cruzeiro vs Gremio (RS): Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 April

Cruzeiro

D W D W L

7th place in Brazil Serie A

Under

2-0

18/04/2026 19:30

Gremio (RS)

L D W L L

17th place in Brazil Serie A

Brazil Serie A

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Cruzeiro vs Gremio (RS) on 18 April 2026 (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 Gremio (RS) preview before placing your bet.

Cruzeiro are currently 7th with 30 points after 21 matches.
Gremio (RS) sit 17th with 22 points from 20 matches.
Head-to-head history favors Cruzeiro, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Gremio (RS) have 2 wins, while one match ended in a draw.

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.

Weather

19:30

2026-04-18

Cruzeiro vs Gremio (RS) - Prediction & Odds

Cruzeiro

Gremio (RS)

2026-04-18 19:30

STANDINGS UP TO 18/04/2026

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

01 Palmeiras	47	21	14	5	2	38	16	22
02 Flamengo	39	20	11	6	3	37	18	19
03 Atletico Paranaense	37	21	11	4	6	28	19	9
04 Fluminense RJ	34	21	9	7	5	30	25	5
05 Bahia	32	21	8	8	5	29	25	4
06 Bragantino	31	20	9	4	7	26	20	6
07 Cruzeiro	30	21	8	6	7	27	30	-3
08 Botafogo RJ	29	20	8	5	7	34	32	2
09 Corinthians Paulista (SP)	29	21	7	8	6	22	20	2
10 Atletico Mineiro	28	20	8	4	8	25	25	0
11 Coritiba PR	27	21	7	6	8	25	28	-3
12 Sao Paulo	26	20	7	5	8	25	23	2
13 Vitoria BA	26	21	7	5	9	22	31	-9
14 Mirassol	23	20	6	5	9	23	27	-4
15 Santos	22	20	5	7	8	29	33	-4
16 Internacional RS	22	21	5	7	9	23	27	-4
17 Gremio (RS)	22	20	5	7	8	22	26	-4
18 Vasco da Gama	21	20	5	6	9	23	31	-8
19 Remo Belem (PA)	21	21	5	6	10	24	34	-10
20 Chapecoense SC	10	20	1	7	12	19	41	-22

Head To Head

05/11/2025 19:00

Gremio (RS)

0 - 1

Cruzeiro

BRA D1

13/07/2025 19:30

Cruzeiro

4 - 1

Gremio (RS)

BRA D1

27/11/2024 20:00

Cruzeiro

1 - 1

Gremio (RS)

BRA D1

10/07/2024 17:30

Gremio (RS)

0 - 2

Cruzeiro

BRA D1

27/08/2023 18:00

Gremio (RS)

3 - 0

Cruzeiro

BRA D1

31/05/2023 19:00

Cruzeiro

0 - 1

Gremio (RS)

Copa do Brasil

Cruzeiro

50%

Draw

17%

Gremio (RS)

33%

Cruzeiro Last 6 matches

15/04/2026 18:00

Cruzeiro 1 - 2 Univ Catolica CON CLA

12/04/2026 17:30

Cruzeiro 2 - 1 Bragantino BRA D1

07/04/2026 20:00

Barcelona SC(ECU) 0 - 1 Cruzeiro CON CLA

04/04/2026 17:30

Sao Paulo 4 - 1 Cruzeiro BRA D1

01/04/2026 19:00

Cruzeiro 3 - 0 Vitoria BA BRA D1

22/03/2026 15:00

Cruzeiro 0 - 0 Santos BRA D1

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Gremio (RS)

14/04/2026 18:00

Gremio (RS) 1 - 0 Deportivo Riestra CON CSA

11/04/2026 19:30

Internacional RS 0 - 0 Gremio (RS) BRA D1

08/04/2026 20:30

Montevideo City Torque 1 - 0 Gremio (RS) CON CSA

05/04/2026 19:30

Gremio (RS) 0 - 0 Remo Belem (PA) BRA D1

02/04/2026 20:30

Palmeiras 2 - 1 Gremio (RS) BRA D1

22/03/2026 15:00

Vasco da Gama 2 - 1 Gremio (RS) BRA D1

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Brazil Serie A

Played games

Cruzeiro

Gremio (RS)

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.29

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.43

Scored

Avg. per game

1.10

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.30

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 21 matches

YesNo

17 (81%)4 (19%)

In last 21 matches

NoYes

14 (70%)6 (30%)

Cruzeiro

Recent matches

Gremio (RS)

Under /Over

(81%)17 4(19%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(75%)15 5(25%)

Under /Over

(43%)9 12(57%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(30%)6 14(70%)

Under /Over

(38%)8 13(62%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(45%)9 11(55%)

/Yes

(62%)13 8(38%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(60%)12 8(40%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Cruzeiro

Gremio (RS)

Shots

Cruzeiro

Total shots

12.00 avg / game

Blocked

68 total

Avg. 3.40

Gremio (RS)

Total shots

8.85 avg / game

Blocked

51 total

Avg. 2.83

Cruzeiro Pass Gremio (RS)

Total passes

7657

Avg. 365 / game

Accurate

86%

Ball possession

57%

Total passes

6226

Avg. 311 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

47%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Cruzeiro

Played games

Gremio (RS)

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.24

Clean sheets

0.25

4.81

101

Corners

3.20

16.48

346

Throw-ins

242

12.10

1.38

Offsides

1.40

1.62

GK saves

2.40

Cruzeiro

DISCIPLINARY

Gremio (RS)

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.05

1.75

0.10

0.10

12.19

256

Fouls

211

10.55

7.52

158

Tackles

152

7.60

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How We Build the Cruzeiro vs Gremio (RS) Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Cruzeiro vs Gremio (RS) on 18 April 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 Gremio (RS) 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 Gremio (RS)'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 Gremio (RS) sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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