Santos vs Cruzeiro predictions, Sep 12, 2026

Sep 06, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

Brazilian Serie A, on Saturday,

Santos

Cruzeiro

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As Santos FC prepares to host Cruzeiro MG on September 12, 2026, both teams come into the match struggling to find form, with each securing just one win in their last five encounters. Santos’ prospects at home are bolstered by their strong historical performance, but their recent difficulties in converting chances have hindered their progress. They will need to leverage their tactical ability to control the midfield while efficiently transitioning from defense to attack.

On the other hand, Cruzeiro MG, though also lacking in consistency, possesses a solid defensive framework that could be pivotal in containing Santos’ efforts. With both teams similarly positioned in the league standings, the pressure to secure vital points makes this clash even more compelling.

The bookmakers have set the odds at 2.35 for a Santos victory compared to 2.89 for an away win for Cruzeiro, reflecting the competitive nature of this matchup. Our model suggests a 41% probability of a home win contrasted with a 31.1% likelihood for an away victory, forecasting a possible 1:1 draw. As they battle for dominance on the pitch, fans can expect a closely contested affair, though neither side can be assured of success.

This preview is generated with the Welcome.Bet AI Insights Engine, combining form data, betting odds, and semantic SEO optimization to deliver relevant match analysis for fans and bettors alike from 2026-09-06T08:52:03+00:00.

Santos
40.1%		 Draw
28.4%		 Cruzeiro
31.5%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

Outrights of Brazilian Serie A Cruzeiro: 0.36% Santos: 0.04%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
Bwin 2.45 3.20 2.95
betsson 2.14 3.35 3.25
Pinnacle 2.42 3.39 2.9
Best for US Customers 2.34 3.30 2.90

Latest Results

02.09.26 Santos FC – Palmeiras – 0:0
30.08.26 Corinthians – Santos FC – 0:1
26.08.26 Palmeiras – Santos FC – 3:0
23.08.26 Santos FC – Mirassol – 1:1
20.08.26 Deportivo Macará – Santos FC – 0:0		 01.09.26 Atlético Mineiro – Cruzeiro MG – 2:1
29.08.26 Vasco da Gama – Cruzeiro MG – 3:1
25.08.26 Cruzeiro MG – Atlético Mineiro – 1:1
22.08.26 Cruzeiro MG – Flamengo RJ – 2:1
19.08.26 Flamengo RJ – Cruzeiro MG – 2:1

Facts

  • A mid-table team takes on a leader in this match (ranked 14 and 6 in the zone Promotion ~ Copa Sudamericana (Group Stage: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Santos won 2.
  • In recent matches, Santos has shown inconsistent form (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Cruzeiro is currently in poor form (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Santos won 7 matches, drew 4 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 23:24. (average 1.2:1.2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Santos won 4 matches, drew 1 match, lost 5 matches, and goals 13:11. (average 1.3:1.1).

    Latest Head To Head

    22.03.26 Cruzeiro MG – Santos FC – 0:0
    07.12.25 Santos FC – Cruzeiro MG – 3:0
    10.08.25 Cruzeiro MG – Santos FC – 1:2
    14.09.23 Santos FC – Cruzeiro MG – 0:3
    06.05.23 Cruzeiro MG – Santos FC – 2:1

    Standings

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Palmeiras 25 15 7 3 45:21 24 52
    2 Flamengo RJ 25 15 6 4 50:21 29 51
    3 Athletico-PR 25 13 6 6 37:25 12 45
    4 Fluminense 26 12 9 5 40:32 8 45
    5 Bahia 26 11 10 5 40:32 8 43
    6 Cruzeiro 25 11 6 8 35:36 -1 39
    7 Coritiba 25 10 7 8 33:33 0 37
    8 Atletico-MG 25 10 6 9 32:30 2 36
    9 Bragantino 25 10 5 10 31:28 3 35
    10 Sao Paulo 25 9 6 10 31:28 3 33
    11 Corinthians 25 8 8 9 26:25 1 32
    12 Botafogo RJ 24 8 6 10 37:40 -3 30
    13 Vitoria 25 8 5 12 24:37 -13 29
    14 Santos 24 7 8 9 34:36 -2 29
    15 Gremio 24 7 7 10 27:32 -5 28
    16 Mirassol 25 6 7 12 27:39 -12 25
    17 Vasco 25 6 7 12 27:40 -13 25
    18 Internacional 25 5 10 10 26:31 -5 25
    19 Remo 25 5 8 12 30:42 -12 23
    20 Chapecoense-SC 24 2 8 14 25:49 -24 14

    Brazilian Serie A Outrights

    1. Flamengo RJ: 1.73 (52.45%)

    2. Palmeiras: 2.05 (44.26%)

    3. Athletico-PR: 67 (1.35%)

    4. Fluminense: 151 (0.6%)

    5. Cruzeiro: 251 (0.36%)

    6. Bahia: 501 (0.18%)

    7. Botafogo RJ: 1001 (0.09%)

    8. Atletico-MG: 1001 (0.09%)

    9. Sao Paulo: 1001 (0.09%)

    10. Corinthians: 1001 (0.09%)

    11. Bragantino: 1001 (0.09%)

    12. Coritiba: 1001 (0.09%)

    13. Mirassol: 2501 (0.04%)

    14. Gremio: 2501 (0.04%)

    15. Santos: 2501 (0.04%)

    16. Vitoria: 2501 (0.04%)

    17. Internacional: 3501 (0.03%)

    18. Remo: 3501 (0.03%)

    19. Vasco: 3501 (0.03%)

    20. Chapecoense-SC: 4501 (0.02%)

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