Palmeiras vs Cruzeiro: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 May

Palmeiras

D D W W W

1st place in Brazil Serie A

1-1

16/05/2026 20:00

Cruzeiro

W D W D W

11th place in Brazil Serie A

Brazil Serie A

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Palmeiras vs Cruzeiro on 16 May 2026 (kick-off: 20:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Palmeiras vs Cruzeiro preview before placing your bet.

Palmeiras will face Cruzeiro in Brazil Serie A on May 16, 2026 at 20:00.
Palmeiras are currently 1st with 44 points after 20 matches.
Cruzeiro sit 11th with 27 points from 20 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.74.

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

20:00

2026-05-16

Palmeiras vs Cruzeiro - Prediction & Odds

Palmeiras

Cruzeiro

2026-05-16 20:00

STANDINGS UP TO 16/05/2026

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

01 Palmeiras	44	20	13	5	2	34	16	18
02 Flamengo	38	19	11	5	3	36	17	19
03 Atletico Paranaense	36	20	11	3	6	28	19	9
04 Fluminense RJ	33	20	9	6	5	30	25	5
05 Bragantino	31	20	9	4	7	26	20	6
06 Bahia	31	20	8	7	5	29	25	4
07 Botafogo RJ	29	20	8	5	7	34	32	2
08 Atletico Mineiro	28	20	8	4	8	25	25	0
09 Corinthians Paulista (SP)	28	20	7	7	6	22	20	2
10 Coritiba PR	27	20	7	6	7	25	27	-2
11 Cruzeiro	27	20	7	6	7	26	30	-4
12 Sao Paulo	26	20	7	5	8	25	23	2
13 Vitoria BA	26	20	7	5	8	22	27	-5
14 Santos	22	20	5	7	8	29	33	-4
15 Gremio (RS)	22	20	5	7	8	22	26	-4
16 Internacional RS	21	20	5	6	9	22	26	-4
17 Vasco da Gama	21	20	5	6	9	23	31	-8
18 Remo Belem (PA)	21	20	5	6	9	23	32	-9
19 Mirassol	20	19	5	5	9	21	26	-5
20 Chapecoense SC	10	20	1	7	12	19	41	-22

Head To Head

26/10/2025 19:30

Palmeiras

0 - 0

Cruzeiro

BRA D1

01/06/2025 18:30

Cruzeiro

2 - 1

Palmeiras

BRA D1

04/12/2024 20:30

Cruzeiro

1 - 2

Palmeiras

BRA D1

20/07/2024 20:00

Palmeiras

2 - 0

Cruzeiro

BRA D1

06/12/2023 20:30

Cruzeiro

1 - 1

Palmeiras

BRA D1

14/08/2023 18:00

Palmeiras

1 - 0

Cruzeiro

BRA D1

Palmeiras

50%

Draw

33%

Cruzeiro

17%

Palmeiras Last 6 matches

05/05/2026 18:00

Sporting Cristal 0 - 2 Palmeiras

CON CLA

02/05/2026 17:30

Palmeiras 1 - 1 Santos

BRA D1

29/04/2026 20:30

Cerro Porteno 1 - 1 Palmeiras

CON CLA

26/04/2026 17:30

Bragantino 0 - 1 Palmeiras

BRA D1

23/04/2026 18:30

Palmeiras 3 - 0 EC Jacuipense

Copa do Brasil

19/04/2026 17:30

Palmeiras 1 - 0 Atletico Paranaense

BRA D1

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Last 6 matches Cruzeiro

06/05/2026 22:00

Univ Catolica 0 - 0 Cruzeiro

CON CLA

02/05/2026 20:00

Cruzeiro 1 - 3 Atletico Mineiro

BRA D1

28/04/2026 20:30

Cruzeiro 1 - 0 Boca Juniors

CON CLA

25/04/2026 17:30

Remo Belem (PA) 0 - 1 Cruzeiro

BRA D1

22/04/2026 18:00

Goias 2 - 2 Cruzeiro

Copa do Brasil

18/04/2026 19:30

Cruzeiro 2 - 0 Gremio (RS)

BRA D1

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

Palmeiras

Cruzeiro

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.30

Scored

Avg. per game

0.65

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.70

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 20 matches

YesNo

16 (80%)4 (20%)

In last 20 matches

NoYes

11 (55%)9 (45%)

Palmeiras

Recent matches

Cruzeiro

Under /Over

(70%)14 6(30%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(85%)17 3(15%)

Under /Over

(35%)7 13(65%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(45%)9 11(55%)

Under /Over

(50%)10 10(50%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(40%)8 12(60%)

/Yes

(65%)13 7(35%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(65%)13 7(35%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Palmeiras

Cruzeiro

Shots

Palmeiras

Total shots

13.10 avg / game

Blocked

69 total

Avg. 3.45

Cruzeiro

Total shots

11.60 avg / game

Blocked

60 total

Avg. 3.16

Palmeiras Pass Cruzeiro

Total passes

8056

Avg. 403 / game

Accurate

84%

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

7239

Avg. 362 / game

Accurate

86%

Ball possession

57%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Palmeiras

Played games

Cruzeiro

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.35

Clean sheets

0.20

5.80

116

Corners

4.95

16.55

331

Throw-ins

328

16.40

2.05

Offsides

1.45

2.95

GK saves

1.60

Palmeiras

DISCIPLINARY

Cruzeiro

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.90

2.10

0.10

0.10

13.55

271

Fouls

238

11.90

9.05

181

Tackles

149

7.45

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Palmeiras vs Cruzeiro Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Palmeiras vs Cruzeiro on 16 May 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.

Palmeiras vs Cruzeiro Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Palmeiras'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 Palmeiras and Cruzeiro sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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