Fortaleza vs Cruzeiro: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 25 May

Fortaleza

D W W W W

18th place in Brazil Serie A

0-2

25/05/2025 19:30

Cruzeiro

D D W D D

3rd place in Brazil Serie A

Brazil Serie A

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Fortaleza vs Cruzeiro on 25 May 2025 (kick-off: 19:30) 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 18th with 43 points after 38 matches.
Cruzeiro sit 3rd with 70 points from 38 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Fortaleza to win with probability 38%.
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

19:30

2025-05-25

Fortaleza vs Cruzeiro - Prediction & Odds

Fortaleza

Cruzeiro

2025-05-25 19:30

STANDINGS UP TO 25/05/2025

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

01 Flamengo	79	38	23	10	5	78	27	51
02 Palmeiras	76	38	23	7	8	66	33	33
03 Cruzeiro	70	38	19	13	6	55	31	24
04 Mirassol	67	38	18	13	7	63	39	24
05 Fluminense RJ	64	38	19	7	12	50	39	11
06 Botafogo RJ	63	38	17	12	9	58	38	20
07 Bahia	60	38	17	9	12	50	46	4
08 Sao Paulo	51	38	14	9	15	43	47	-4
09 Gremio (RS)	49	38	13	10	15	47	50	-3
10 Bragantino	48	38	14	6	18	45	57	-12
11 Atletico Mineiro	48	38	12	12	14	43	44	-1
12 Santos	47	38	12	11	15	45	50	-5
13 Corinthians Paulista (SP)	47	38	12	11	15	42	47	-5
14 Vasco da Gama	45	38	13	6	19	55	60	-5
15 Vitoria BA	45	38	11	12	15	35	52	-17
16 Internacional RS	44	38	11	11	16	44	57	-13
17 Ceara	43	38	11	10	17	34	40	-6
18 Fortaleza	43	38	11	10	17	43	58	-15
19 Juventude	35	38	9	8	21	35	69	-34
20 Sport Club do Recife	17	38	2	11	25	28	75	-47

Head To Head

05/08/2024 20:00

Cruzeiro

1 - 2

Fortaleza

BRA D1

17/04/2024 19:00

Fortaleza

1 - 1

Cruzeiro

BRA D1

18/11/2023 17:30

Fortaleza

0 - 1

Cruzeiro

BRA D1

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

Fortaleza

50%

Draw

33%

Cruzeiro

17%

Fortaleza Last 6 matches

21/05/2025 18:00

Fortaleza 1 - 1 Reet Copa do Brasil

17/05/2025 17:30

Vasco da Gama 3 - 0 Fortaleza BRA D1

13/05/2025 20:30

Fortaleza 0 - 0 Atletico Bucaramanga CON CLA

10/05/2025 15:00

Fortaleza 5 - 0 Juventude BRA D1

06/05/2025 20:30

Fortaleza 4 - 0 Colo Colo CON CLA

02/05/2025 20:30

Sao Paulo 0 - 0 Fortaleza BRA D1

Win

33%

Draw

50%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Cruzeiro

22/05/2025 18:00

Vila Nova 0 - 3 Cruzeiro Copa do Brasil

18/05/2025 19:30

Cruzeiro 0 - 0 Atletico Mineiro BRA D1

14/05/2025 20:30

Cruzeiro 2 - 1 Palestino CON CSA

11/05/2025 15:00

Sport Club do Recife 0 - 4 Cruzeiro BRA D1

07/05/2025 20:30

Mushuc Runa 1 - 1 Cruzeiro CON CSA

04/05/2025 17:30

Cruzeiro 2 - 1 Flamengo BRA D1

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Brazil Serie A

Played games

Goals

Scored

435

Avg. per game

1.45

Conceded

312

Avg. per game

1.04

Scored

391

Avg. per game

1.30

Conceded

274

Avg. per game

0.91

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

227 (76%)73 (24%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

223 (74%)77 (26%)

Fortaleza

Recent matches

Cruzeiro

Under /Over

(62%)28 17(38%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(71%)32 13(29%)

Under /Over

(22%)10 35(78%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

/Yes

(40%)18 27(60%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(51%)23 22(49%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Fortaleza

Cruzeiro

Shots

Fortaleza

Total shots

11.98 avg / game

Blocked

497 total

Avg. 2.99

Cruzeiro

Total shots

11.89 avg / game

Blocked

621 total

Avg. 3.20

Fortaleza Pass Cruzeiro

Total passes

70455

Avg. 329 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

48%

Total passes

90285

Avg. 387 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

55%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Fortaleza

300

Played games

Cruzeiro

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.37

112

Clean sheets

117

0.39

4.76

1429

Corners

1651

5.50

10.26

3078

Throw-ins

3278

10.93

1.27

380

Offsides

388

1.29

2.13

638

GK saves

601

2.00

Fortaleza

DISCIPLINARY

Cruzeiro

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.19

658

644

2.15

0.11

0.11

8.97

2691

Fouls

2993

9.98

9.83

2949

Tackles

2899

9.66

NEXT MATCHES

NEXT MATCHES

Corinthians Paulista (SP)

Cruzeiro

BRA

How We Build the Fortaleza vs Cruzeiro Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Fortaleza vs Cruzeiro on 25 May 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 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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