Villa Nova-MG vs Cruzeiro: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 February

Villa Nova-MG

D L L W L

8th place in Brazil Campeonato Mineiro Division 1

0 - 4

18/02/2023 18:00

Cruzeiro

L L D W W

4th place in Brazil Campeonato Mineiro Division 1

Brazil Campeonato Mineiro Division 1

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Villa Nova-MG vs Cruzeiro on 18 February 2023 (kick-off: 18:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Villa Nova-MG vs Cruzeiro preview before placing your bet.

Villa Nova-MG are currently 8th with 10 points after 8 matches.
Cruzeiro sit 4th with 12 points from 8 matches.

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

STANDINGS UP TO 18/02/2023

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

01 Atletico Mineiro	20	8	6	2	0	15	5	10
02 America MG	18	8	5	3	0	15	6	9
03 Athletic Club MG	15	8	4	3	1	13	8	5
04 Cruzeiro	12	8	3	3	2	11	7	4
05 Tombense	11	8	3	2	3	14	12	2
06 Democrata	10	8	2	4	2	8	10	-2
07 Pouso Alegre	10	8	2	4	2	7	10	-3
08 Villa Nova-MG	10	8	3	1	4	8	14	-6
09 Ipatinga	9	8	2	3	3	9	11	-2
10 Caldense MG	5	8	1	2	5	9	15	-6
11 CA Patrocinense	4	8	1	1	6	8	13	-5
12 Democrata SL/MG	4	8	0	4	4	6	12	-6

Villa Nova-MG Last 6 matches

03/08/2026 02:00

Villa Nova-MG 1 - 0 Aymores Brazil Mineiluo group B League

27/07/2026 01:20

Valeriodoce Esporte Clube (MG) 0 - 1 Villa Nova-MG Brazil Mineiluo group B League

19/07/2026 02:00

Villa Nova-MG 1 - 1 Valeriodoce Esporte Clube (MG) Brazil Mineiluo group B League

13/07/2026 01:00

Valeriodoce Esporte Clube (MG) 1 - 0 Villa Nova-MG Brazil Mineiluo group B League

05/07/2026 02:00

Villa Nova-MG 1 - 1 Aymores Brazil Mineiluo group B League

02/07/2026 01:00

COIMBRA ESPORTE CLUBE LTDA (MG) 2 - 1 Villa Nova-MG Brazil Mineiluo group B League

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Cruzeiro

03/08/2026 04:30

Chapecoense SC 0 - 0 Cruzeiro Copa do Brasil

31/07/2026 07:30

Coritiba PR 0 - 1 Cruzeiro Brazil Serie A

27/07/2026 02:00

Cruzeiro 0 - 1 Botafogo RJ Brazil Serie A

23/07/2026 07:30

Internacional RS 1 - 2 Cruzeiro Brazil Serie A

13/07/2026 03:00

Gremio (RS) 3 - 1 Cruzeiro International Club Friendly

04/07/2026 21:00

Cruzeiro 2 - 0 Defensor Sporting Montevideo International Club Friendly

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

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

Villa Nova-MG

Cruzeiro

300

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.63

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.76

Scored

207

Avg. per game

0.69

Conceded

147

Avg. per game

0.49

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 84 matches

YesNo

40 (48%)44 (52%)

In last 84 matches

NoYes

148 (49%)152 (51%)

Villa Nova-MG

Recent matches

Cruzeiro

Under /Over

(71%)32 13(29%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(69%)31 14(31%)

Under /Over

(31%)14 31(69%)

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

(49%)22 23(51%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(51%)23 22(49%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Villa Nova-MG

Cruzeiro

Shots

Villa Nova-MG

Total shots

8.25 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. 0.00

Cruzeiro

Total shots

11.89 avg / game

Blocked

621 total

Avg. 3.20

Villa Nova-MG Pass Cruzeiro

Total passes

327

Avg. 327 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

90529

Avg. 389 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

55%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Villa Nova-MG

Played games

Cruzeiro

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.29

Clean sheets

117

0.39

3.69

310

Corners

1655

5.52

1.38

116

Throw-ins

3294

10.98

0.07

Offsides

385

1.28

0.06

GK saves

600

2.00

Villa Nova-MG

DISCIPLINARY

Cruzeiro

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.24

188

642

2.14

0.10

0.11

0.42

Fouls

2972

9.91

0.12

Tackles

2894

9.65

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How We Build the Villa Nova-MG vs Cruzeiro Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Villa Nova-MG vs Cruzeiro on 18 February 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 Campeonato Mineiro Division 1 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.

Villa Nova-MG vs Cruzeiro Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Villa Nova-MG'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 Campeonato Mineiro Division 1 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 Campeonato Mineiro Division 1 standings and the Brazil Campeonato Mineiro Division 1 form table to understand exactly where Villa Nova-MG and Cruzeiro sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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