Cruzeiro vs Palmeiras: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 November

Cruzeiro
WLWDW
13th place in Brazil Serie A
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18/11/2026 17:00
Palmeiras
WDDDW
1st place in Brazil Serie A
Brazil Serie A
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Cruzeiro vs Palmeiras on 18 November 2026 (kick-off: 17:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Cruzeiro vs Palmeiras preview before placing your bet.

  • Cruzeiro will face Palmeiras in Brazil Serie A on November 18, 2026 at 17:00.
  • Cruzeiro are currently 13th with 24 points after 18 matches.
  • Palmeiras sit 1st with 41 points from 18 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 18/11/2026
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 Palmeiras Palmeiras
01/06/2026 02:00
Palmeiras 1 - 0 Chapecoense SC
Brazil Serie A
29/05/2026 05:00
Palmeiras 4 - 1 Atletico Junior Barranquilla
Copa Libertadores
24/05/2026 07:00
Flamengo 0 - 3 Palmeiras
Brazil Serie A
21/05/2026 07:30
Palmeiras 0 - 1 Cerro Porteno
Copa Libertadores
17/05/2026 07:00
Palmeiras 1 - 1 Cruzeiro
Brazil Serie A
11/05/2026 03:35
Remo Belem (PA) 1 - 1 Palmeiras
Brazil Serie A
Win
50%
Draw
33%
Lost
17%
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
Cruzeiro
39
 Palmeiras
Palmeiras
37
Goals
Scored
26
Avg. per game
0.67
Conceded
19
Avg. per game
0.49
Scored
34
Avg. per game
0.92
Conceded
14
Avg. per game
0.38
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
4 (67%)2 (33%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
4 (67%)2 (33%)
In last 39 matches
YesNo
20 (51%)19 (49%)
In last 39 matches
NoYes
26 (70%)11 (30%)
Cruzeiro

Cruzeiro

Recent matches

Palmeiras

Palmeiras

Under /Over

(74%)29 10(26%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(65%)24 13(35%)

Under /Over

(38%)15 24(62%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(35%)13 24(65%)

Under /Over

(36%)14 25(64%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(30%)11 26(70%)

/Yes

(54%)21 18(46%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(51%)19 18(49%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Cruzeiro Cruzeiro
Palmeiras Palmeiras
Shots
Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro
Total shots
13.05 avg / game
Blocked
118 total
Avg. 3.37
Palmeiras
Palmeiras
Total shots
11.19 avg / game
Blocked
116 total
Avg. 3.22
Cruzeiro Cruzeiro Pass Palmeiras Palmeiras
Total passes
14299
Avg. 386 / game
Accurate
85%
Ball possession
57%
Total passes
12202
Avg. 330 / game
Accurate
83%
Ball possession
54%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro
3429
Avg. 87.92 / game
 Palmeiras
Palmeiras
2527
Avg. 68.30 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro
1630
Avg. 41.79 / game
 Palmeiras
Palmeiras
1256
Avg. 33.95 / game
OTHERS
Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro
39
Played games
Palmeiras
Palmeiras
37
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.38
15
Clean sheets
15
0.41
5.13
200
Corners
175
4.73
17.51
683
Throw-ins
544
14.70
1.10
43
Offsides
62
1.68
1.85
72
GK saves
80
2.16
Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro
DISCIPLINARY
Palmeiras
Palmeiras
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.85
72
Yellow card
46
1.24
0.13
5
Red card
2
0.05
11.62
453
Fouls
370
10.00
7.49
292
Tackles
252
6.81
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How We Build the Cruzeiro vs Palmeiras Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Cruzeiro vs Palmeiras on 18 November 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 Palmeiras 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 Palmeiras'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 Palmeiras sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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