Cruzeiro host Palmeiras in the Serie A on Thursday 19 November, kicking off at 00:30 WAT at Estádio Mineirão. Cruzeiro sit 3rd with 60 points from 34 games (in the top four), while Palmeiras are 2nd on 73 (in the top four). A 13-point gap separates them – two very different campaigns.
Form guide
Cruzeiro – form over the last 5: WWWWL Most recently they beat Bahia 3–2 at home. At home they have won 3 and lost 0 of their last 3. They are averaging 2.2 goals a game – a real threat going forward. 3 clean sheets in that stretch point to a solid back line.
Palmeiras – form over the last 5: LWWDW Most recently they lost to Vasco DA Gama 1–2 on the road. They score 1.7 and concede 0.7 per game. 3 clean sheets in that stretch point to a solid back line.
On form, Cruzeiro have the edge: 2.5 points a game against 1.7.
Previous meetings
Their most recent meeting, on 17 May 2026, finished Palmeiras 1–1 Cruzeiro.
Goals outlook
Our model projects Cruzeiro 1.2 – 1.6 Palmeiras in expected goals – roughly 2.8 goals in all. Goals could go either way – 54% for over 2.5, 60% for both teams to score.
Betting angles
Match result chances: Cruzeiro 29% · draw 21% · Palmeiras 50%.
Both teams to score: yes (60%) at 1.62.
ZoraTips prediction
ZoraTips tip: Over 1.5 goals, rated at 78% confidence at odds of 1.22. Predicted score: Cruzeiro 1–1 Palmeiras. Graded on the 90-minute score. No tip is certain – 18+ only, stake responsibly.
Result chances
Cruzeiro29%fair 3.39 · @3.40
Draw21%fair 4.81 · @3.50
Palmeiras50%fair 2.01 · @2.00
2.82Expected goals
1.18Cruzeiro xG
1.63Palmeiras xG
60%Both score
54%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
1–112%
0–110%
1–29%
0–28%
1–07%
2–17%
From our goals model: Cruzeiro 1.2 – 1.6 Palmeiras expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
Our pick is Over 1.5 goals with a 78% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.22.
Who will win Cruzeiro vs Palmeiras?
On our numbers Cruzeiro have a 29% chance of winning, the draw 21% and Palmeiras 50%.
How many goals will there be in Cruzeiro vs Palmeiras?
We expect about 2.8 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 54% likely and both teams score 60% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Cruzeiro vs Palmeiras?
Our predicted score is Cruzeiro 1–1 Palmeiras, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.8 goals in total.
When is Cruzeiro vs Palmeiras?
Cruzeiro vs Palmeiras (Serie A) kicks off on Thursday 19 November 2026 at 00:30 (West Africa Time) at Estádio Mineirão.
Numbers from ZoraTips' team ratings and score grid, with bookmaker lines for late news. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
