Cruzeiro vs Sport Recife Prediction & Betting Tips

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Cruzeiro failed to score for the second successive game last weekend when they shared the spoils with Flamengo, as the two teams played out a barren draw. Although both teams didn’t play to the best of their abilities, the hosts were the most underwhelming side in that contest, as they played catch-up throughout the encounter. However, Cruzeiro finished that game with ten men because William received his second booking of the game in the 83rd minute, and will not be available for selection in this game.

Moving on, Leonardo Jardim will ensure that he solves his team’s problem in the attacking third. The hosts will also draw inspiration from their four-game winning streak on home turf as they continue to their early title charge. Cruzeiro sit in 3rd place with 51 points from 26 matches.

Similarly, Sport Recife enter this game on the back of an interesting 2-2 draw with Fluminense. The visitors gave the opposition a run for their money as they come back from behind twice to snatch a point at the death. The result ensured that Recife’s rollercoaster form continues as they have just a win in their last seven matches.

Going forward, Head Coach Daniel Paulista is determined to solve his team’s puzzle as they eye a move away from the relegation zone. Away from home, Sport are not the best side as they lost eight of their last eleven away matches, winning one and drawing the other two. They sit bottom of the table with 15 points in as many games this season.

Cruzeiro vs Sport Recife Prediction

Cruzeiro have been their best side of the two teams this season, and they should have no problems putting Sport Recife aside in this match. This pick is also back by Cruzeiro’s record in recent head-to-head meetings that include five wins, two draws, and a defeat in their last eight games.

In addition, we anticipate over 2.5 goals in this match because the last five meetings between the two teams averaged 2.5 goals per game while Sport Recife’s last five matches averaged 2.6 goals per game.

Lastly, defensive vulnerabilities were noticed in both teams’ recent matches, hence, we expect the two sides to exploit each other’s weaknesses and get on the score sheet.

Afolabi Ezekiel- October 3, 2025

Cruzeiro vs Sport Recife Betting Tips

Cruzeiro Win & Over 2.5 Goals

OK

2.05 Odds

Both Teams To Score

OK

2.20 Odds