Cruzeiro and Flamengo face each other in an official match of the 2026 Brazil Serie A season. The game takes place at Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto (Mineirão) on Sunday, 23/08/2026, at 00:30 (UK Time).

Our experts have prepared predictions for Cruzeiro Esporte Clube vs Clube de Regatas do Flamengo, based on a detailed statistical review of both teams. Our goal is to assist bettors in making profitable decisions, which is why we offer the best free prediction for today.

APWin predictions for Cruzeiro vs Flamengo

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👉 Our prediction is: Cruzeiro win or draw

The home team is usually a safe bet in the Double Chance market, and that is no different in the upcoming match. Our top tip is to bet a Cruzeiro win or draw against Flamengo.

Our analysis of Cruzeiro points to them being the superior side, which is why they have a strong chance to win the match outright. And with the added benefit of needing only a draw at home against Flamengo, their chances of cashing in the 1X Double Chance bet grow even stronger.

👉 Our prediction is: Cruzeiro to win the 1st half

As the odds and the statistics clearly indicate, Cruzeiro is the superior side in this matchup. They play an aggressive attacking style that puts pressure on their opponents. We expect more or less the same gameplan at home against Flamengo, which should result in a fast start.

That is why we are tipping Cruzeiro to win the first half in the half-time market.

Raposa preview

Cruzeiro comes into the match having played 23 games in the Brazil Serie A so far. They have recorded 10 wins, 6 draws, and 7 losses, with an average of 1.57 points per game in the tournament.

In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 23 wins, 11 draws, and 11 losses.

Cruzeiro's attack has scored 64 goals during this period. Out of this total, 32 goals were scored in the Brazil Serie A, averaging 1.39 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.42.

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 32 goals with an average of 1.39 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 46 goals conceded in 45 matches, resulting in an average of 1.02.

Mengão preview

On the other hand, Flamengo comes into the match having played 22 games in the Brazil Serie A so far. They have recorded 13 wins, 6 draws, and 3 losses, with an average of 2.05 points per game in the tournament.

In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 24 wins, 10 draws, and 10 losses.

Flamengo's attack has scored 87 goals during this period. Out of this total, 44 goals were scored in the Brazil Serie A, averaging 2 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.98.

The offence system of Flamengo is led by Pedro Guilherme Abreu dos Santos as the top scorer of the season. The brazilian forward has scored 14 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Samuel Lino, who has contributed with 7 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 19 goals with an average of 0.86 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 41 goals conceded in 44 matches, resulting in an average of 0.93.

Head to head: Cruzeiro vs Flamengo

Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.

Home Team

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Cruzeiro

Brazil - Serie A

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall L W D W W

2

Home D W W L D

1.6

Away L W D W W

2

Away Team

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Flamengo

Brazil - Serie A

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall W W D W D

2.2

Home W W D W W

2.6

Away W D D W D

1.8

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Published on 19 August 2026, at 21:32 Last updated on 19 August 2026, at 21:32
Author: Gustavo Porto

Sports betting analyst with over ten years of experience in football analysis, match statistics and betting markets.