Boca Juniors and Cruzeiro face each other on Wednesday 05.20.2026, at 01:30 (UK Time), in a Copa Libertadores 2026 match. The game will take place at Boca Juniors's home ground, the Estadio Alberto J. Armando (La Bombonera).
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Club Atlético Boca Juniors and Cruzeiro Esporte Clube, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for Boca Juniors vs Cruzeiro
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Boca Juniors preview
Boca Juniors heads into the match with the following record in the Copa Libertadores: in 4 matches, Club Atlético Boca Juniors secured 2 victories, 0 draws, and 2 losses, maintaining an average of 1.5 points per game.
Taking a broader look at The Xeneize's 2026 season, the team has achieved a total of 11 victories so far.
Boca Juniors has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 31 goals, of which 5 were scored in the Copa Libertadores, resulting in an average of 1.25 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Miguel Merentiel, who has found the back of the net 5 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Leandro Paredes has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 3 assists.
On the defensive side, Boca Juniors has conceded 3 goals in the Copa Libertadores (an average of 0.75 per game) and 15 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 0.68 per match in the 2026 campaign.
Cruzeiro preview
Cruzeiro comes into the game with 4 matches played so far in the Copa Libertadores. They have secured 2 victories, 1 draws, and 1 losses, maintaining an average of 1.75 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2026 season, the team has recorded 16 wins, 7 draws, and 10 losses.
Cruzeiro Esporte Clube's attack has been highly effective, scoring 45 goals during this period. Of that total, 3 were netted in the Copa Libertadores, with an average of 0.75 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.36.
Raposa's offensive system is led by Kaio Jorge, the team's top scorer this season. The brazilian forward has found the back of the net 7 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Lucas Daniel Romero. The midfielder has contributed with 3 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 2 goals with an average of 0.5 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 38 goals in 33 matches, averaging 1.15 per match.
Head to head: Boca Juniors vs Cruzeiro
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Boca Juniors
South America - Copa Libertadores
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L W L W |
1.2 |
| Home | L W D W D |
1.6 |
| Away | L W L W W |
1.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 100% | 33% |
| Goals | 2 | 3 | 1.67 |
| Scored | 1.25 | 3 | 0.67 |
| Conceded | 0.75 | 0 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 25% | 0% | 33% |
| Without Conceding | 25% | 100% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 50% | 0% | 67% |
| 1st to Score | 50% | 100% | 33% |
|
xG
|
1.17 | 2.4 | 0.76 |
|
xGA
|
1.06 | 0.66 | 1.19 |
Cruzeiro
South America - Copa Libertadores
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D W W D L |
1.6 |
| Home | W L W W L |
1.8 |
| Away | D W D W D |
1.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Goals | 1.25 | 2 | 0.5 |
| Scored | 0.75 | 1 | 0.5 |
| Conceded | 0.5 | 1 | 0 |
| Both Teams to Score | 25% | 50% | 0% |
| Without Conceding | 75% | 50% | 100% |
| Failed To Score | 25% | 0% | 50% |
| 1st to Score | 50% | 50% | 50% |
|
xG
|
1.19 | 1.48 | 0.9 |
|
xGA
|
1.17 | 0.63 | 1.71 |
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