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

Fortaleza

L D D W W

10th place in Brazil Serie A

0-1

18/11/2023 17:30

Cruzeiro

W D W D D

14th place in Brazil Serie A

Brazil Serie A

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Fortaleza vs Cruzeiro on 18 November 2023 (kick-off: 17:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Fortaleza vs Cruzeiro preview before placing your bet.

Fortaleza are currently 10th with 54 points after 38 matches.
Cruzeiro sit 14th with 47 points from 38 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Fortaleza to win with probability 46%.
Head-to-head history favors Fortaleza, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Cruzeiro have one win, while 2 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

17:30

2023-11-18

Fortaleza vs Cruzeiro - Prediction & Odds

Fortaleza

Cruzeiro

2023-11-18 17:30

STANDINGS UP TO 18/11/2023

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

01 Palmeiras	70	38	20	10	8	64	33	31
02 Gremio (RS)	68	38	21	5	12	63	56	7
03 Atletico Mineiro	66	38	19	9	10	52	32	20
04 Flamengo	66	38	19	9	10	56	42	14
05 Botafogo RJ	64	38	18	10	10	58	37	21
06 Bragantino	62	38	17	11	10	49	35	14
07 Atletico Paranaense	56	38	14	14	10	51	43	8
08 Fluminense RJ	56	38	16	8	14	51	47	4
09 Internacional RS	55	38	15	10	13	46	45	1
10 Fortaleza	54	38	15	9	14	45	44	1
11 Sao Paulo	53	38	14	11	13	40	38	2
12 Cuiaba	51	38	14	9	15	40	39	1
13 Corinthians Paulista (SP)	50	38	12	14	12	47	48	-1
14 Cruzeiro	47	38	11	14	13	35	32	3
15 Vasco da Gama	45	38	12	9	17	41	51	-10
16 Bahia	44	38	12	8	18	50	53	-3
17 Santos	43	38	11	10	17	39	64	-25
18 Goias	38	38	9	11	18	36	53	-17
19 Coritiba PR	30	38	8	6	24	41	73	-32
20 America MG	24	38	5	9	24	42	81	-39

Head To Head

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

03/06/2006 15:00

Fortaleza

0 - 2

Cruzeiro

BRA D1

05/11/2005 16:10

Fortaleza

3 - 1

Cruzeiro

BRA D1

Fortaleza

50%

Draw

33%

Cruzeiro

17%

Fortaleza Last 6 matches

12/11/2023 17:30

Cuiaba 2 - 1 Fortaleza BRA D1

08/11/2023 19:00

Atletico Paranaense 1 - 1 Fortaleza BRA D1

05/11/2023 15:00

Fortaleza 0 - 2 Flamengo BRA D1

01/11/2023 20:30

Atletico Mineiro 3 - 1 Fortaleza BRA D1

28/10/2023 16:00

Fortaleza 1 - 1 Liga Dep. Universitaria Quito CON CSA

21/10/2023 17:30

Bahia 2 - 0 Fortaleza BRA D1

Win

Draw

33%

Lost

67%

Last 6 matches Cruzeiro

11/11/2023 15:00

Coritiba PR 1 - 0 Cruzeiro BRA D1

05/11/2023 15:00

Cruzeiro 1 - 2 Internacional RS BRA D1

02/11/2023 19:00

Sao Paulo 1 - 0 Cruzeiro BRA D1

25/10/2023 19:00

Cruzeiro 3 - 0 Bahia BRA D1

22/10/2023 15:00

Atletico Mineiro 0 - 1 Cruzeiro BRA D1

19/10/2023 18:00

Cruzeiro 0 - 2 Flamengo BRA D1

Win

33%

Draw

Lost

67%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Brazil Serie A

Played games

Fortaleza

Cruzeiro

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.47

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.05

Scored

Avg. per game

0.74

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.89

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 19 home matches

YesNo

13 (68%)6 (32%)

In last 19 home matches

NoYes

10 (53%)9 (47%)

Fortaleza

Recent matches

Cruzeiro

Under /Over

(68%)13 6(32%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(53%)10 9(47%)

Under /Over

(26%)5 14(74%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(16%)3 16(84%)

Under /Over

(47%)9 10(53%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(21%)4 15(79%)

/Yes

(47%)9 10(53%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(37%)7 12(63%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Fortaleza

Cruzeiro

Shots

Fortaleza

Total shots

16.32 avg / game

Blocked

68 total

Avg. 3.78

Cruzeiro

Total shots

14.21 avg / game

Blocked

65 total

Avg. 3.82

Fortaleza Pass Cruzeiro

Total passes

7208

Avg. 379 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

7791

Avg. 410 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

55%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Fortaleza

Played games

Cruzeiro

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.32

Clean sheets

0.32

5.79

110

Corners

142

7.47

18.53

352

Throw-ins

398

20.95

2.53

Offsides

1.42

1.95

GK saves

2.89

Fortaleza

DISCIPLINARY

Cruzeiro

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.84

2.32

0.00

0.11

13.42

255

Fouls

249

13.11

17.42

331

Tackles

288

15.16

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Cruzeiro

BRA

How We Build the Fortaleza vs Cruzeiro Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Fortaleza vs Cruzeiro on 18 November 2023 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.

Fortaleza vs Cruzeiro Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Fortaleza's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Cruzeiro'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 Fortaleza and Cruzeiro 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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