Sao Paulo vs Cruzeiro: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 13 April

Sao Paulo

L L W L W

8th place in Brazil Serie A

1-1

13/04/2025 20:30

Cruzeiro

D D W D D

3rd place in Brazil Serie A

Brazil Serie A

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Sao Paulo vs Cruzeiro on 13 April 2025 (kick-off: 20:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Sao Paulo vs Cruzeiro preview before placing your bet.

Sao Paulo are currently 8th with 51 points after 38 matches.
Cruzeiro sit 3rd with 70 points from 38 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Sao Paulo to win with probability 46%.
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 %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

20:30

2025-04-13

Sao Paulo vs Cruzeiro - Prediction & Odds

Sao Paulo

Cruzeiro

2025-04-13 20:30

STANDINGS UP TO 13/04/2025

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

16/01/2025 00:30

Cruzeiro

1 - 1

Sao Paulo

INT CF

15/09/2024 21:30

Cruzeiro

0 - 1

Sao Paulo

BRA D1

02/06/2024 21:30

Sao Paulo

2 - 0

Cruzeiro

BRA D1

02/11/2023 23:00

Sao Paulo

1 - 0

Cruzeiro

BRA D1

25/06/2023 00:00

Cruzeiro

1 - 0

Sao Paulo

BRA D1

17/10/2019 00:00

Cruzeiro

1 - 0

Sao Paulo

BRA D1

Sao Paulo

50%

Draw

17%

Cruzeiro

33%

Sao Paulo Last 6 matches

06/04/2025 19:00

Atletico Mineiro 0 - 0 Sao Paulo BRA D1

03/04/2025 00:30

Talleres Cordoba 0 - 1 Sao Paulo CON CLA

29/03/2025 21:30

Sao Paulo 0 - 0 Sport Club do Recife BRA D1

11/03/2025 00:35

Palmeiras 1 - 0 Sao Paulo BRA SP

03/03/2025 23:00

Sao Paulo 1 - 0 Gremio Novorizontin BRA SP

23/02/2025 21:30

Sao Bernardo 1 - 3 Sao Paulo BRA SP

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Cruzeiro

01/04/2025 22:00

Club Atlético Unión 1 - 0 Cruzeiro CON CSA

29/03/2025 21:30

Cruzeiro 2 - 1 Mirassol BRA D1

22/03/2025 21:30

Bragantino B 1 - 1 Cruzeiro INT CF

22/02/2025 19:30

America MG 1 - 1 Cruzeiro BRA MG

16/02/2025 19:00

Cruzeiro 1 - 1 America MG BRA MG

12/02/2025 22:45

Democrata 2 - 1 Cruzeiro BRA MG

Win

17%

Draw

50%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Brazil Serie A

Played games

Goals

Scored

393

Avg. per game

1.31

Conceded

294

Avg. per game

0.98

Scored

390

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

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

220 (73%)80 (27%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

222 (74%)78 (26%)

Sao Paulo

Recent matches

Cruzeiro

Under /Over

(73%)33 12(27%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(69%)31 14(31%)

Under /Over

(20%)9 36(80%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

/Yes

(53%)24 21(47%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(51%)23 22(49%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Sao Paulo

Cruzeiro

Shots

Sao Paulo

Total shots

11.42 avg / game

Blocked

655 total

Avg. 3.13

Cruzeiro

Total shots

11.89 avg / game

Blocked

621 total

Avg. 3.20

Sao Paulo Pass Cruzeiro

Total passes

114258

Avg. 423 / game

Accurate

85%

Ball possession

57%

Total passes

90529

Avg. 389 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

55%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Sao Paulo

300

Played games

Cruzeiro

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.37

112

Clean sheets

117

0.39

4.93

1480

Corners

1655

5.52

12.36

3709

Throw-ins

3294

10.98

1.34

402

Offsides

385

1.28

2.09

628

GK saves

600

2.00

Sao Paulo

DISCIPLINARY

Cruzeiro

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.95

585

642

2.14

0.09

0.11

11.07

3320

Fouls

2972

9.91

10.88

3264

Tackles

2894

9.65

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Sao Paulo vs Cruzeiro Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Sao Paulo vs Cruzeiro on 13 April 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.

Sao Paulo vs Cruzeiro Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Sao Paulo'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 Sao Paulo 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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