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Cruzeiro welcome Mirassol to the Estádio Mineirão in a Série A fixture that carries genuine mid-table weight. Sitting 7th with 30 points, Cruzeiro hold a negative goal difference despite their decent win total, which tells a story about defensive fragility that Mirassol, 14th and already seven points adrift of safety comfort, will look to exploit on the counter. What makes this match interesting is that the only head-to-head meeting in this season’s Série A ended 2-2, suggesting Mirassol are no pushover against Cruzeiro specifically.
Matheus Pereira has been Cruzeiro’s standout creative force, contributing 2 goals and a high shot volume across his last four appearances, making him the player most likely to unlock a compact Mirassol block. For the visitors, Igor Formiga has quietly been one of the most impactful players in recent weeks, contributing 1 goal and 2 assists from a defensive role, with his 14 interceptions in five matches underlining his influence on both phases of play.
Hot stat: Cruzeiro registered 91 total shots across their last five matches compared to Mirassol’s 43, a two-to-one shot volume advantage that reflects a sustained territorial dominance Artur Jorge’s side have built at home.
| 🏆 Tournament: | Campeonato Brasileiro Série A 2026 |
| 🏟 Venue: | Estádio Mineirão |
| 🗓️ Date: | 09.08.2026 |
| ⏰ Time: | 16:00 CEST |
Cruzeiro vs Mirassol Prediction
Cruzeiro at home are the clear option here. Bookmakers price them at roughly 1.69-1.72 for the win, and the underlying data supports that. They have won 3 of their last 6 matches, hold a shot volume advantage of more than 2:1 over Mirassol, and face a side that has lost 9 of 20 league games. Mirassol’s away record is poor, and while they drew their last two games against Grêmio, Grêmio are not a home side with Cruzeiro’s attacking output.
Cruzeiro average 63 fouls across five matches, generating 71 free kicks, which shows they press aggressively but also give away set-piece opportunities. Their 13 yellow cards in five games confirm a physical approach. Mirassol, by contrast, commit fewer fouls (46 across five matches) and accumulate only 8 yellow cards, suggesting they prefer a more disciplined, structured defensive shape. That defensive discipline, combined with their 54 interceptions in five games, means Cruzeiro will need patience to break them down, and the match may not be as open as the shot numbers suggest.
We predict Cruzeiro to win, but with the defensive vulnerability both sides have shown, at least one goal from Mirassol is a real possibility. BTTS Yes is worth considering alongside the Cruzeiro win.
| 🔥Hot Tip: | Cruzeiro to Win & BTTS Yes |
| ⚽Total Goals: | Over 2.5 |
| 💥Both Teams To Score: | Yes |
| 🎯Total Corners: | Over 8.5 |
Team Analysis
Cruzeiro’s last five matches show a side capable of winning but inconsistent at the back. They beat Chapecoense 2-0 in their most recent outing, a comfortable result against the league’s bottom side, but the 0-0 draw with Chapecoense in the previous meeting and a 0-1 defeat to Botafogo RJ show they can struggle when opponents press them. Their wins over Internacional (2-1) and Coritiba (1-0) came against sides ranked below them, and their overall 50% win rate across the last 30 days is respectable without being convincing. The -3 goal difference in the league table is the real concern: Cruzeiro score, but they concede at roughly the same rate.
Mirassol arrive off a 0-1 loss to Grêmio in their last match, a result that continued a patchy run. They drew 1-1 with Grêmio before that, beat Remo 2-1, drew 1-1 with Vasco, and beat Grêmio 2-1 earlier in the sequence. Their 40% win rate over the last 30 days and a league record of 6 wins from 20 games tells the full story: they are a side that can pick up results against mid-to-lower ranked opposition but struggle for consistency. Bruno Santos de Oliveira leads their attack with 2 goals in five games and is their primary goal threat.
Most Recent Head-to-Head Matches
| Statistic | Cruzeiro | Mirassol |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 5 | 4 |
| Total shots | 91 | 43 |
| Free kicks | 71 | 35 |
| Corner kicks | 37 | 20 |
| Total fouls | 63 | 46 |
| Pass accuracy (%) | 1993 | 1503 |
| Interceptions | 37 | 54 |
| Offsides | 10 | 4 |
🚨Check out our dedicated Cruzeiro vs Mirassol stats page for more info.
Pre-game Odds and Win Probability: Cruzeiro the Favourite
- Moneyline Cruzeiro 1.70 | Mirassol 5.10
- Draw 3.70
- Over/Under Over 2.5 — | Under 2.5 —
- BTTS (both teams to score) Yes — | No —
The moneyline odds around 1.70 for Cruzeiro reflect the 56% bookmaker probability accurately. To be honest, the value is thin on a straight Cruzeiro win at that price, but combined markets like Cruzeiro Win + Over 2.5 Goals or BTTS Yes offer better returns given both teams’ attacking output and defensive records. Mirassol at 5.10 is a long shot that their form does not justify chasing. The draw at 3.70 is fair given the 2-2 result in their last Série A meeting this season.
Mirassol. Source: Official Facebook
Possible Starting Lineups
Cruzeiro Possible Starting Eleven
- GK: Otávio Costa
- DF: Fabrício Bruno, Jonathan Jesus, William, Fagner
- MF: Lucas Romer, Gerson, Matheus Henrique
- FW: Matheus Pereira, Kaio Jorge, Keny Arroyo
Artur Jorge has consistently deployed a 4-2-3-1 shape, and this lineup reflects the players with the most appearances across the last five matches. Fabrício Bruno anchors the backline with 276 passes and strong defensive numbers. Gerson and Lucas Romer form a reliable double pivot, with Matheus Pereira operating as the number 10. Kaio Jorge leads the line with 2 goals and 14 shots in five games, making him the primary threat to watch.
Mirassol Possible Starting Eleven
- GK: Walter Leandro Capeloza Artune
- DF: Igor Formiga, João Victor Carroll Santana, Gabriel Knesowitsch, Reinaldo
- MF: Denilson Alves Borges, Japa, Shaylon Kallyson Cardozo
- FW: Edson Carioca, Bruno Santos de Oliveira, Carlos Eduardo
Rafael Guanaes also favours a 4-2-3-1, and this selection picks the players with the most minutes across the last five games. Walter Leandro takes the goalkeeper spot based on appearances. Igor Formiga is the player to watch: his 1 goal, 2 assists, and 14 interceptions make him Mirassol’s most complete performer. Bruno Santos de Oliveira leads the attack with 2 goals and represents the primary counter-attacking threat Cruzeiro’s defence will need to contain.
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Cruzeiro. Source: Official Facebook
TipsGG Match Prediction
Cruzeiro are the right side to back here. Their shot volume, corner count (37 vs 20), and home advantage at Mineirão all point toward a win. Mirassol’s defensive structure, with 54 interceptions and a disciplined foul rate, will make this competitive, and the 2-2 result from their last meeting this season is a reminder that Cruzeiro can be exposed. We predict a Cruzeiro win with both teams scoring, perhaps 2-1, as the most likely outcome. Over 2.5 goals is the market we consider the best value, backed by both teams’ scoring records and Cruzeiro’s high-pressure attacking style generating chances at volume.
