São Paulo vs Cruzeiro predictions, Apr 04, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

6 months ago

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### Match Preview: São Paulo FC vs. Cruzeiro MG

On April 4, 2026, São Paulo FC will host Cruzeiro MG in a crucial Brazilian Serie A clash at their home ground. The matchup presents an interesting narrative, as both teams navigate uneven recent form. São Paulo has secured victory in 2 of their last 5 outings, displaying moments of tactical cohesion but struggling with consistency. Conversely, Cruzeiro has only managed to win once in their last 5 matches, indicating potential vulnerabilities in their defense and overall game strategy.

Bookmakers favor São Paulo with odds of 2.14 for a home win, reflecting their recent success and the advantage of playing at home. However, Cruzeiro’s odds of 3.51 suggest that they may present a challenge, especially if they can exploit São Paulo’s weaknesses.

Our model predicts a 43.7% chance of a home win, a 28.9% possibility of a draw, and 27.6% for an away victory. While São Paulo’s home advantage could work in their favor, Cruzeiro will look to turn their fortunes around. This match promises to be a tightly contested battle, where tactical acumen and squad depth could ultimately determine the outcome.

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São Paulo
43.8%

Draw
29%

Cruzeiro
27.2%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

Outrights of Brazilian Serie A Sao Paulo: 3.01% Cruzeiro: 1.99%

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Betting Odds

1	X	2
2.18	3.2	3.35
2.19	3.34	3.5	Watch and Bet
2.15	3.1	3.3
2.14	3.35	3.51

Latest Results

21.03.26 São Paulo FC – Palmeiras – 0:1
18.03.26 Atlético Mineiro – São Paulo FC – 1:0
15.03.26 Red Bull Bragantino – São Paulo FC – 1:2
12.03.26 São Paulo FC – Chapecoense-SC – 2:0
01.03.26 Palmeiras – São Paulo FC – 2:1

22.03.26 Cruzeiro MG – Santos FC – 0:0
18.03.26 Athletico Paranaense – Cruzeiro MG – 2:1
15.03.26 Cruzeiro MG – Vasco da Gama – 3:3
11.03.26 Flamengo RJ – Cruzeiro MG – 2:0
08.03.26 Cruzeiro MG – Atlético Mineiro – 1:0

Facts

This match features one of the leaders against an outsider (ranked 2 in the zone Promotion ~ Copa Libertadores (Group Stage: ) and 20 in the zone Relegation ~ Serie B Superbet).

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

Both teams are showing inconsistent performances lately.

São Paulo will hold a modest advantage in this match.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, São Paulo won 10 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 19:16. (average 1:0.8).

Including home matches between the teams, São Paulo won 6 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 11:6. (average 1.2:0.7).

Latest Head To Head

30.08.25 Cruzeiro MG – São Paulo FC – 1:0
13.04.25 São Paulo FC – Cruzeiro MG – 1:1
15.01.25 Cruzeiro MG – São Paulo FC – 1:1
15.09.24 Cruzeiro MG – São Paulo FC – 0:1
02.06.24 São Paulo FC – Cruzeiro MG – 2:0

Standings

2026

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Palmeiras	8	6	1	1	17:8	9	19
2	Sao Paulo	8	5	1	2	10:5	5	16
3	Fluminense	8	5	1	2	13:9	4	16
4	Flamengo RJ	7	4	2	1	13:5	8	14
5	Bahia	7	4	2	1	9:7	2	14
6	Athletico-PR	7	4	1	2	10:7	3	13
7	Coritiba	8	4	1	3	9:8	1	13
8	Gremio	8	3	2	3	13:12	1	11
9	Vasco	8	3	2	3	13:13	0	11
10	Vitoria	7	3	1	3	8:10	-2	10
11	Corinthians	8	2	4	2	7:7	0	10
12	Internacional	8	2	2	4	7:9	-2	8
13	Atletico-MG	8	2	2	4	8:11	-3	8
14	Bragantino	8	2	2	4	6:10	-4	8
15	Chapecoense-SC	7	1	4	2	9:11	-2	7
16	Santos	8	1	4	3	10:13	-3	7
17	Botafogo RJ	6	2	0	4	10:12	-2	6
18	Mirassol	7	1	3	3	8:10	-2	6
19	Remo	8	1	3	4	10:15	-5	6
20	Cruzeiro	8	0	4	4	8:16	-8	4

Brazilian Serie A Outrights

1. Flamengo RJ: 2.4 (35.59%)

2. Palmeiras: 2.54 (33.63%)

3. Fluminense: 10.3 (8.29%)

4. Bahia: 19 (4.5%)

5. Sao Paulo: 28.4 (3.01%)

6. Botafogo RJ: 40.6 (2.1%)

7. Cruzeiro: 43 (1.99%)

8. Corinthians: 43 (1.99%)

9. Athletico-PR: 72.4 (1.18%)

10. Atletico-MG: 84.4 (1.01%)

11. Gremio: 84.4 (1.01%)

12. Coritiba: 104.4 (0.82%)

13. Internacional: 105.4 (0.81%)

14. Vasco: 105.4 (0.81%)

15. Mirassol: 110.4 (0.77%)

16. Bragantino: 120.4 (0.71%)

17. Santos: 125.4 (0.68%)

18. Vitoria: 130.4 (0.66%)

19. Chapecoense-SC: 360.4 (0.24%)

20. Remo: 410.4 (0.21%)

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