Fluminense vs Cruzeiro Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 17 Jul 2025

Série A Betting Preview: Fluminense vs Cruzeiro

Fluminense host Cruzeiro in this Brazilian Série A match, with kick-off set for 06:30 on Friday 18 July. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

Can Cruzeiro Stay Close to the Favourites?

The best plan could involve backing Cruzeiro with a +0.25 Asian Handicap at 1.90 when clashing with Fluminense. Our stake is split between 0 and +0.5, allowing us to land a return in the event of a draw.

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Fluminense Beat Cruzeiro in their Last H2H Battle

Fluminense won their previous Série A game 2-0. This road win against Internacional made it two league victories on the spin. The Big Flu had 50% possession and recorded three shots on target, while Kevin Serna and Paulo Baya each scored one goal.

In their most recent encounter, Fluminense faced Chelsea in the Club World Cup and were defeated 2-0 at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey.

Cruzeiro secured a home victory in their previous game. A 4-1 win occurred against Grêmio. Leonardo Jardim's side had 46% possession and managed nine shots on goal, with Kaio Jorge scoring a hat-trick and Lucas Villalba also on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

When these two teams last met, Fluminense claimed a home win. Beating Cruzeiro by a 1-0 scoreline. We’ve seen the past 10 H2H matches feature six Fluminense wins, three draws and one Cruzeiro triumph.

Série A		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
2	Cruzeiro	23	14	5	4	37	16	21	37:16	47
10	Fluminense	21	8	4	9	25	29	-4	25:29	28

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Fluminense have 6 wins, 2 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.5 goals from 5.5 shots on goal and 11.3 attempts. Renato Gaucho's men have averaged 54.3% possession and 4.4 corners per match, conceding 1.0 goals and 5.8 corners from 3.5 shots on goal and 8.3 attempts.

Top goalscorer Kevin Serna has found the net 3 times, with Paulo Baya, Guga, Hercules and Agustin Canobbio scoring 1 each. Jhon Arias has recorded the most assists with 4.

Cruzeiro have 7 victories, 1 defeat and 2 draws, averaging 5.7 shots on goal, 11.8 attempts and 1.8 goals. The Belo Horizonte outfit average 47.4% possession, 6.5 corners taken and 6.1 corners against them, while 0.4 goals have been conceded from 8.4 attempts and 3.1 shots on goal.

Kaio Jorge is the leading scorer with 10 goals, followed by Matheus Pereira on 2, with Lucas Villalba and two others bagging 1. Matheus Pereira has had 3 assists in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Fluminense confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Fabio (GK), Samuel Xavier, Thiago Silva, Juan Freytes, Gabriel Fuentes, Martinelli, Hercules, Yeferson Soteldo, Nonato, Jhon Arias, German Cano.

Cruzeiro confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Cassio (GK), Fagner, Fabricio Bruno, Lucas Villalba, Kaua Prates, Lucas Silva, Lucas Daniel Romero, Christian Cardoso, Matheus Pereira, Wanderson, Kaio Jorge.

Fluminense vs Cruzeiro Prediction & Betting Tips

From our key match prediction to corners advice, correct score pick, top player prop insights and a builder tailored for value — our Fluminense vs Cruzeiro betting tips covers it all.

Match Prediction

We’ll divide our stake by wagering Cruzeiro +0.25 at odds of 1.90 for this Asian Handicap wager. We’re expecting to see a quality performance from the away team in this Série A showdown.

The Série A form is always taken into consideration and it’s great to combine this with team news as it becomes available. In order to provide expert football betting tips, the latest stats are analysed so that we have the best information.

Key Fluminense vs Cruzeiro league stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by Cruzeiro in 8 consecutive games.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Cruzeiro in 9 of their last 10 games.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Cruzeiro in 15 of their last 20 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Fluminense in 11 of their last 20 games.

Cruzeiro +0.25 Probability

The top betting apps make it a 52.6% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. After careful examination, our experts have this probability close to 60%. That means we’re regarding it as a value bet.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Fluminense 0 - 1 Cruzeiro

Cruzeiro are available to back at 7.00 to secure a 1-0 victory. This is a risky but potentially more rewarding bet, with this correct score option providing appeal.

Player Prop Picks

Corners Prediction

Cruzeiro Over 4.5 Corners

It’s been an average of 7.60 Cruzeiro corners in the past five games, with Fluminense conceding a corner average of 6.40 in their previous five matches. The Cruzeiro Team Corners line looks too low and we’re happy to go over this number at odds of 1.67.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Fluminense

Total

10.20 4.40 5.80

Home

10.70 7.10 3.60

Away

10.30 3.70 6.60

Cruzeiro

Total

12.60 6.50 6.10

Home

11.30 6.00 5.30

Away

11.20 4.90 6.30

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Fluminense vs Cruzeiro Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Latest 1x2 Odds Suggest Fluminense Victory

The 1x2 odds are available for this Série A encounter and you can secure 2.32 that Fluminense are victorious and 3.55 that Cruzeiro get the job done. Those wanting to wager the draw with the bookmakers can secure 2.85.

There’s sometimes a case for betting on the Draw No Bet market, with Fluminense available at 1.55 for those who want insurance on their bet. The same applies to opponents Cruzeiro at 2.32.

The Total Goals market is a great option and Under 2.5 Goals has the shortest odds right now. As long as one team or more fails to score, then the No option on the Both Teams to Score market will pay out at 1.57.

You can find hundreds of markets for every Série A game, with the best betting sites creating lots of different options. Check out the pre-game and In-Play selections before placing your football bets.

Kaio Jorge Pinto Ramos Heads First Goalscorer Market

The First Goalscorer favourite is Kaio Jorge Pinto Ramos at 4.40. Similar odds can be found if you’re interested in this player to register the last goal.

Fluminense vs Cruzeiro Lineups & Team News

Be prepared — check the Fluminense vs Cruzeiro team news before wagering. Stay updated with our predicted and confirmed lineups for Série A and the newest injury information.

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