Cruzeiro vs Chapecoense predictions, May 24, 2026

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As Cruzeiro prepares to host Chapecoense in the upcoming Brazilian Serie A clash on May 24, 2026, both teams arrive with promising recent form. Cruzeiro MG has secured victories in three of their last five outings, showcasing their offensive capabilities and solid defensive structure. Their home advantage adds to their confidence, supported by strong tactics that emphasize ball control and quick transitions.

On the other hand, Chapecoense-SC also boasts a commendable record, winning three of their last five matches. Known for their disciplined defensive organization, they will look to disrupt Cruzeiro’s rhythm and capitalize on counter-attacking opportunities. The team’s resilience will be crucial as they navigate the pressures of playing at an away venue.

Bookmakers reflect the general sentiment, favoring a Cruzeiro win with odds of 1.31 for the home side compared to 9.43 for Chapecoense. Our model assigns 74.4% probability for a home victory, predicting a final score of 2-0. While Cruzeiro’s home form suggests a favorable outcome, the unpredictable nature of football means that Chapecoense could exploit any lapses in concentration. Thus, this match promises to be a competitive encounter, with both teams capable of challenging the odds.

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Cruzeiro 69.8%

Draw 19.1%

Chapecoense 11.1%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:0

Outrights of Brazilian Serie A Cruzeiro: 0.77% Chapecoense-SC: 0.07%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.35	5	9
	1.37	5.2	8.4
	1.35	4.7	8.3
	1.37	4.99	9.1	Watch and Bet
	1.33	4.6	8
	1.34	5.2	8.93

Latest Results

16.05.26 Palmeiras – Cruzeiro MG – 1:1 12.05.26 Cruzeiro MG – Goiás EC – 1:0 09.05.26 EC Bahia – Cruzeiro MG – 1:2 06.05.26 Universidad Católica – Cruzeiro MG – 0:0 02.05.26 Cruzeiro MG – Atlético Mineiro – 1:3

17.05.26 Chapecoense-SC – Clube Do Remo – 2:3 14.05.26 Chapecoense-SC – Botafogo RJ – 2:0 10.05.26 Mirassol – Chapecoense-SC – 1:1 06.05.26 Operário Ferroviario – Chapecoense-SC – 1:2 03.05.26 Chapecoense-SC – Red Bull Bragantino – 1:2

Facts

This match features a clash between a mid-table team and the outsider (ranked 13 and 20 in the zone Relegation ~ Serie B).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Cruzeiro won 2.

Both teams are showing inconsistent performances lately.

Cruzeiro may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.

In this match, Cruzeiro is the obvious favorite.

In the last 19 head-to-head matches, Cruzeiro won 8 matches, drew 5 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 23:17. (average 1.2:0.9).

Including home matches between the teams, Cruzeiro won 4 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 12:9. (average 1.2:0.9).

Latest Head To Head

13.08.22 Cruzeiro MG – Chapecoense-SC – 1:1 30.04.22 Chapecoense-SC – Cruzeiro MG – 0:2 24.11.20 Chapecoense-SC – Cruzeiro MG – 0:1 20.08.20 Cruzeiro MG – Chapecoense-SC – 0:1 13.10.19 Chapecoense-SC – Cruzeiro MG – 1:1

Standings

2026

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Palmeiras	16	10	5	1	26:13	13	35
2	Flamengo RJ	15	9	4	2	28:13	15	31
3	Fluminense	16	9	3	4	27:21	6	30
4	Sao Paulo	16	7	3	6	22:18	4	24
5	Athletico-PR	16	7	3	6	21:17	4	24
6	Bragantino	16	7	2	7	19:18	1	23
7	Coritiba	16	6	5	5	21:19	2	23
8	Bahia	15	6	5	4	21:19	2	23
9	Botafogo RJ	15	6	3	6	29:28	1	21
10	Atletico-MG	16	6	3	7	21:22	-1	21
11	Internacional	16	5	6	5	20:17	3	21
12	Vasco	16	5	5	6	22:25	-3	20
13	Cruzeiro	16	5	5	6	21:26	-5	20
14	Vitoria	15	5	4	6	18:22	-4	19
15	Gremio	16	4	6	6	16:18	-2	18
16	Santos	16	4	6	6	21:25	-4	18
17	Corinthians	16	4	6	6	14:18	-4	18
18	Remo	16	3	6	7	19:27	-8	15
19	Mirassol	15	3	4	8	17:23	-6	13
20	Chapecoense-SC	15	1	6	8	16:30	-14	9

Brazilian Serie A Outrights

1. Flamengo RJ: 1.81 (48.12%)

2. Palmeiras: 2.23 (38.89%)

3. Fluminense: 13.33 (6.51%)

4. Bahia: 79.33 (1.09%)

5. Sao Paulo: 104.33 (0.83%)

6. Cruzeiro: 112.67 (0.77%)

7. Botafogo RJ: 116.83 (0.74%)

8. Bragantino: 166.83 (0.52%)

9. Atletico-MG: 183.5 (0.47%)

10. Athletico-PR: 216.83 (0.4%)

11. Corinthians: 291.83 (0.3%)

12. Vasco: 300.17 (0.29%)

13. Coritiba: 358.5 (0.24%)

14. Internacional: 375.17 (0.23%)

15. Gremio: 633.5 (0.14%)

16. Vitoria: 691.83 (0.13%)

17. Santos: 966.83 (0.09%)

18. Mirassol: 1066.83 (0.08%)

19. Remo: 1150.17 (0.08%)

20. Chapecoense-SC: 1233.5 (0.07%)

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