Cruzeiro vs Sao Paulo: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 January

Cruzeiro
WLDDL
No standing data
X
1-1
FT
16/01/2025 00:30
Sao Paulo
LLLDD
No standing data
International Club Friendly
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Cruzeiro vs Sao Paulo on 16 January 2025 (kick-off: 00:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Cruzeiro vs Sao Paulo preview before placing your bet.

  • Our algorithm prediction: a draw with probability 29%.
  • Head-to-head history favors Sao Paulo, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Cruzeiro 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 %
1
X
2
Pred
Correct
Avg.g
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Live coef.
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2025-01-16

Cruzeiro vs Sao Paulo - Prediction & Odds

Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro
Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo
2025-01-16 00:30
36
29
35
X
1 - 1
1 - 1
2.25
3.05
FT
1-1 1-1
-
weather
STANDINGS UP TO 16/01/2025
The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Cruzeiro and Sao Paulo in the International Club Friendly football standings for the 2025 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.
Head To Head
15/09/2024 21:30
Cruzeiro Cruzeiro
0 - 1
Sao Paulo Sao Paulo
BRA D1
02/06/2024 21:30
Sao Paulo Sao Paulo
2 - 0
Cruzeiro Cruzeiro
BRA D1
02/11/2023 23:00
Sao Paulo Sao Paulo
1 - 0
Cruzeiro Cruzeiro
BRA D1
25/06/2023 00:00
Cruzeiro Cruzeiro
1 - 0
Sao Paulo Sao Paulo
BRA D1
17/10/2019 00:00
Cruzeiro Cruzeiro
1 - 0
Sao Paulo Sao Paulo
BRA D1
02/06/2019 19:00
Sao Paulo Sao Paulo
1 - 1
Cruzeiro Cruzeiro
BRA D1
Cruzeiro
2
33%
Draw
1
17%
Sao Paulo
3
50%
Cruzeiro Cruzeiro Last 6 matches
08/12/2024 19:00
Juventude 0 - 1 Cruzeiro BRA D1
05/12/2024 00:30
Cruzeiro 1 - 2 Palmeiras BRA D1
01/12/2024 21:30
Bragantino 1 - 1 Cruzeiro BRA D1
28/11/2024 00:00
Cruzeiro 1 - 1 Gremio (RS) BRA D1
23/11/2024 20:00
Racing Club 3 - 1 Cruzeiro CON CSA
20/11/2024 14:00
Corinthians Paulista (SP) 2 - 1 Cruzeiro BRA D1
Win
17%
Draw
33%
Lost
50%
Last 6 matches Sao Paulo Sao Paulo
08/12/2024 19:00
Botafogo RJ 2 - 1 Sao Paulo BRA D1
04/12/2024 23:00
Sao Paulo 1 - 2 Juventude BRA D1
01/12/2024 19:00
Gremio (RS) 2 - 1 Sao Paulo BRA D1
24/11/2024 00:30
Sao Paulo 2 - 2 Atletico Mineiro BRA D1
20/11/2024 19:30
Bragantino 1 - 1 Sao Paulo BRA D1
10/11/2024 00:00
Sao Paulo 2 - 1 Atletico Paranaense BRA D1
Win
17%
Draw
33%
Lost
50%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
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Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games
Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro
5
 Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo
2
Goals
Scored
3
Avg. per game
0.60
Conceded
2
Avg. per game
0.40
Scored
1
Avg. per game
0.50
Conceded
1
Avg. per game
0.50
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
3 (60%)2 (40%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
1 (50%)1 (50%)
Cruzeiro

Cruzeiro

Recent matches

Sao Paulo

Sao Paulo

Under /Over

(40%)2 3(60%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(50%)1 1(50%)

Under /Over

(40%)2 3(60%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(50%)1 1(50%)

Under /Over

(0%)0 5(100%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(0%)0 2(100%)

/Yes

(40%)2 3(60%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(50%)1 1(50%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Cruzeiro Cruzeiro
Sao Paulo Sao Paulo
Shots
Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro
Total shots
6.80 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo
Total shots
12.00 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Cruzeiro Cruzeiro Pass Sao Paulo Sao Paulo
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
50%
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
50%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro
451
Avg. 90.20 / game
 Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo
268
Avg. 134.00 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro
247
Avg. 49.40 / game
 Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo
134
Avg. 67.00 / game
OTHERS
Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro
5
Played games
Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo
2
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.40
2
Clean sheets
1
0.50
5.20
26
Corners
11
5.50
0.00
0
Throw-ins
0
0.00
0.00
0
Offsides
0
0.00
0.00
0
GK saves
0
0.00
Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro
DISCIPLINARY
Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
2.80
14
Yellow card
2
1.00
0.00
0
Red card
0
0.00
0.00
0
Fouls
0
0.00
0.00
0
Tackles
0
0.00
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How We Build the Cruzeiro vs Sao Paulo Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Cruzeiro vs Sao Paulo on 16 January 2025 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 International Club Friendly 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 Sao Paulo 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 Sao Paulo'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.

International Club Friendly 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 International Club Friendly standings and the International Club Friendly form table to understand exactly where Cruzeiro and Sao Paulo 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 International Club Friendly predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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