Cruzeiro vs Santos: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 22 March

Cruzeiro

D W D W L

7th place in Brazil Serie A

0-0

22/03/2026 15:00

Santos

W L L W L

15th place in Brazil Serie A

Brazil Serie A

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Cruzeiro vs Santos on 22 March 2026 (kick-off: 15:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Cruzeiro vs Santos preview before placing your bet.

Cruzeiro are currently 7th with 30 points after 21 matches.
Santos sit 15th with 22 points from 20 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Cruzeiro to win with probability 49%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Cruzeiro and Santos have each won 3 of the last 6 meetings, while 0 matches ended in draws.

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

15:00

2026-03-22

Cruzeiro vs Santos - Prediction & Odds

Cruzeiro

Santos

2026-03-22 15:00

STANDINGS UP TO 22/03/2026

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

07/12/2025 15:00

Santos

3 - 0

Cruzeiro

BRA D1

10/08/2025 17:30

Cruzeiro

1 - 2

Santos

BRA D1

14/09/2023 18:00

Santos

0 - 3

Cruzeiro

BRA D1

06/05/2023 15:00

Cruzeiro

2 - 1

Santos

BRA D1

23/11/2019 20:00

Santos

4 - 1

Cruzeiro

BRA D1

18/08/2019 15:00

Cruzeiro

2 - 0

Santos

BRA D1

Cruzeiro

50%

Draw

Santos

50%

Cruzeiro Last 6 matches

11/03/2026 20:30

Flamengo 2 - 0 Cruzeiro BRA D1

08/03/2026 17:00

Cruzeiro 1 - 0 Atletico Mineiro BRA MG

28/02/2026 17:30

Cruzeiro 1 - 0 Pouso Alegre BRA MG

25/02/2026 19:00

Cruzeiro 1 - 1 Corinthians Paulista (SP) BRA D1

21/02/2026 17:30

Pouso Alegre 1 - 2 Cruzeiro BRA MG

14/02/2026 18:00

Uniao Recreativa dos Trabalhadores MG/URT 1 - 2 Cruzeiro BRA MG

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Santos

10/03/2026 20:30

Mirassol 2 - 2 Santos BRA D1

26/02/2026 18:00

Santos 2 - 1 Vasco da Gama BRA D1

22/02/2026 15:00

Gremio Novorizontino 2 - 1 Santos BRA SP

15/02/2026 19:30

Santos 6 - 0 AE Velo Clube SP BRA SP

12/02/2026 18:00

Atletico Paranaense 2 - 1 Santos BRA D1

08/02/2026 15:00

Noroeste 1 - 2 Santos BRA SP

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

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

Goals

Scored

208

Avg. per game

0.69

Conceded

147

Avg. per game

0.49

Scored

215

Avg. per game

0.72

Conceded

196

Avg. per game

0.65

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

149 (50%)151 (50%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

165 (55%)135 (45%)

Cruzeiro

Recent matches

Santos

Under /Over

(71%)32 13(29%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(84%)38 7(16%)

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

/Yes

(51%)23 22(49%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(60%)27 18(40%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Cruzeiro

Santos

Shots

Cruzeiro

Total shots

11.89 avg / game

Blocked

621 total

Avg. 3.20

Santos

Total shots

11.33 avg / game

Blocked

590 total

Avg. 3.06

Cruzeiro Pass Santos

Total passes

90285

Avg. 387 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

55%

Total passes

97109

Avg. 361 / game

Accurate

87%

Ball possession

51%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Cruzeiro

300

Played games

Santos

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.39

117

Clean sheets

0.33

5.50

1651

Corners

1376

4.59

10.93

3278

Throw-ins

3542

11.81

1.29

388

Offsides

392

1.31

2.00

601

GK saves

818

2.73

Cruzeiro

DISCIPLINARY

Santos

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.15

644

615

2.05

0.11

0.12

9.98

2993

Fouls

3372

11.24

9.66

2899

Tackles

3503

11.68

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Cruzeiro vs Santos Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Cruzeiro vs Santos on 22 March 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 Santos 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 Santos'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 Santos sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Brazil Serie A predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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