Atlético-MG and Cruzeiro face each other in an official match of the 2026 Copa do Brasil season. The game takes place at Estádio do Galo (Arena MRV) on Wednesday, 02/09/2026, at 01:00 (UK Time).
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APWin predictions for Atlético-MG vs Cruzeiro
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Double Chance: Atlético-MG or Draw
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Atlético-MG comes into the match having played 5 games in the Copa do Brasil so far. They have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws, and 1 losses, with an average of 1.6 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 19 wins, 17 draws, and 12 losses.
Atlético-MG's attack has scored 65 goals during this period. Out of this total, 5 goals were scored in the Copa do Brasil, averaging 1 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.35.
The offence system of Atlético-MG is led by Hulk as the top scorer of the season. The brazilian forward has scored 4 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Gustavo Scarpa, who has contributed with 4 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 4 goals with an average of 0.8 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 50 goals conceded in 48 matches, resulting in an average of 1.04.
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On the other hand, Cruzeiro comes into the match having played 5 games in the Copa do Brasil so far. They have recorded 2 wins, 3 draws, and 0 losses, with an average of 1.8 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 24 wins, 12 draws, and 13 losses.
Cruzeiro's attack has scored 69 goals during this period. Out of this total, 6 goals were scored in the Copa do Brasil, averaging 1.2 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.41.
The offence system of Cruzeiro is led by Kaio Jorge as the top scorer of the season. The brazilian forward has scored 7 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Fagner, who has contributed with 4 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 3 goals with an average of 0.6 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 53 goals conceded in 49 matches, resulting in an average of 1.08.
Head to head: Atlético-MG vs Cruzeiro
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Atlético-MG
Brazil - Copa do Brasil
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W D D D W |
1.8 |
| Home | W D W D D |
1.8 |
| Away | D D W D W |
1.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 50% | 33% |
| Goals | 1.8 | 1.5 | 2 |
| Scored | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Conceded | 0.8 | 0.5 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 60% | 50% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 40% | 50% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 20% | 50% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 40% | 50% | 33% |
|
xG
|
1.47 | 2.16 | 1.01 |
|
xGA
|
1.23 | 0.94 | 1.43 |
Cruzeiro
Brazil - Copa do Brasil
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L D W L W |
1.4 |
| Home | D W D W W |
2.2 |
| Away | L L W D W |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 67% | 0% |
| Goals | 1.8 | 1.67 | 2 |
| Scored | 1.2 | 1.33 | 1 |
| Conceded | 0.6 | 0.33 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 40% | 33% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 60% | 67% | 50% |
| Failed To Score | 20% | 0% | 50% |
| 1st to Score | 40% | 100% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.93 | 2.16 | 1.59 |
|
xGA
|
1.07 | 0.79 | 1.49 |
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