Prediction for match Goias — Cruzeiro

Odds and Match Outcome Probabilities

In the Brazilian Cup on 22.04.2026, Goias will face Cruzeiro. According to the 1X2 odds, Cruzeiro is the favorite: their victory is priced at 2.29, which corresponds to a probability of 40.75%. A draw is offered at 3.14 (29.72%), and a win for Goias is at 3.16 (29.53%). This setup suggests a slight advantage for Cruzeiro in the eyes of analysts. The odds for total goals and both teams to score are in a range typical for matches with moderate scoring, which is supported by the statistics from both teams' recent games. The lines also feature markets for individual totals and double chance, but the most intriguing seems to be the total goals market, given the teams' profiles in terms of goals scored and conceded.

Team Statistics and Scores

In their last three matches, Goias played as follows: 19.04.2026 - Goias vs Cuiaba - 0-2, 11.04.2026 - Juventude vs Goias - 2-0, 07.04.2026 - Goias vs Criciuma - 1-0. Cruzeiro's last three results were: 18.04.2026 - Cruzeiro vs Gremio - 2-0, 15.04.2026 - Cruzeiro vs Universidad Catolica - 1-2, 12.04.2026 - Cruzeiro vs RB Bragantino - 2-1. On average, over the last five matches, Goias had 54.4% possession, committed 13 fouls, 1 offside, and received 1.6 yellow cards per game. Cruzeiro's averages are 52.6% possession, 13.8 fouls, 0.6 offsides, and 2 yellow cards per game. The last head-to-head meeting was on 28.11.2023, ending with a 1-0 win for Cruzeiro. In their last five matches, Goias has recorded both wins and losses, while Cruzeiro has also alternated between successes and failures, indicating a relatively equal level of opponents based on additional statistical parameters.

How Many Goals Will Be in the Goias vs Cruzeiro Match

In the last five matches, Goias had an average of 2.6 goals per game, while Cruzeiro had 2.8. In terms of goals scored, Goias averages 1.2, Cruzeiro 1.4, with both teams conceding 1.4 per match. For over 2.5 goals, Goias had 2 out of 5 games with three or more goals, and Cruzeiro had 3 out of 5. A similar pattern is seen in halves: both teams had 2 out of 5 first halves over 1.5 goals, and 3 out of 5 second halves over 1.5. Goias most frequently scores between the 31-45 and 46-60 minute marks (38% each), while Cruzeiro scores most often between 46-60 minutes (33%). Goias tends to concede late (76-90 minutes - 60%), and Cruzeiro between 46-60 minutes (40%). Given that both teams show moderate scoring, and over 2.5 goals is not predominant, a bet on under 2.5 goals at 1.57 seems justified. This choice is supported by the average scoring, balance of goals scored and conceded, and the frequency of under 2.5 goals occurring in 3 out of 5 for Goias and 2 out of 5 for Cruzeiro.

Analysis of Corner Totals

Goias averages 3.8 corners per match, and Cruzeiro 2.6, for a total of 6.4. In their last five matches, Goias had over 9.5 corners in 3 out of 5 games, while Cruzeiro had 1 out of 5. Among all corner totals, 6.5 is the closest to the average sum, but the lines feature pairs for 9.5: over 9.5 corners is priced at 1.61, under 9.5 at 2.89. For the corner outcome market, Cruzeiro is the favorite with odds of 1.70. Considering the average figures, a bet on under 9.5 corners seems logical, as neither team is particularly active in this aspect. Additionally, a bet on Cruzeiro to win the corner count could be considered, given their status as favorites in the odds.