Cruzeiro EC vs CR Vasco da Gama, Serie A 2024 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
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Cruzeiro EC vs CR Vasco da Gama — Serie A at Mineirao.
- Cruzeiro EC 18 games · 24 pts (2026/26)
- CR Vasco da Gama 18 games · 20 pts (2026/26)
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SE Palmeiras | 18 | 41 |
| 2 | CR Flamengo | 17 | 34 |
| 3 | Fluminense FC | 18 | 31 |
| 4 | CA Paranaense | 18 | 30 |
| 5 | RB Bragantino | 18 | 29 |
| 6 | EC Bahia | 17 | 26 |
| 7 | Coritiba FBC | 18 | 26 |
| 8 | Sao Paulo FC | 18 | 25 |
| 9 | CA Mineiro | 18 | 24 |
| 10 | SC Corinthians Paulista | 18 | 24 |
| 11 | Cruzeiro EC | 18 | 24 |
| 12 | Botafogo FR | 17 | 22 |
| 13 | EC Vitoria | 17 | 22 |
| 14 | SC Internacional | 18 | 21 |
| 15 | Santos FC | 18 | 21 |
| 16 | Grêmio FBPA | 18 | 21 |
| 17 | CR Vasco da Gama | 18 | 20 |
| 18 | Clube do Remo | 18 | 18 |
| 19 | Mirassol FC | 17 | 16 |
| 20 | Chapecoense AF | 17 | 9 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Sep | CR Vasco da Gama | H | 1–1 | D |
| 22 Sep | Cuiaba EC | A | 0–0 | D |
| 15 Sep | Sao Paulo FC | H | 0–1 | L |
| 01 Sep | AC Goianiense | H | 3–1 | W |
| 28 Aug | SC Internacional | H | 0–0 | D |
| 25 Aug | SC Internacional | A | 0–1 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Sep | Cruzeiro EC | A | 1–1 | D |
| 22 Sep | SE Palmeiras | H | 0–1 | L |
| 15 Sep | CR Flamengo | A | 1–1 | D |
| 01 Sep | EC Vitoria | A | 1–0 | W |
| 27 Aug | CA Paranaense | H | 2–1 | W |
| 18 Aug | Criciúma EC | A | 2–2 | D |
Season Stats
| Cruzeiro EC | CR Vasco da Gama | |
|---|---|---|
| #11 | Position | #17 |
| 24 | Points | 20 |
| 18 | Played | 18 |
| 6 / 6 / 6 | W / D / L | 5 / 5 / 8 |
| 24 | Scored | 22 |
| 28 | Conceded | 29 |
| -4 | GD | -7 |
| 1.33 | PPG | 1.11 |
| 33% | Win % | 28% |
Key Stats
36%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (14 games)
H2H (14 games)
21%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
28%
Clean Sheets
Cruzeiro EC this season
Cruzeiro EC this season
17%
Clean Sheets
CR Vasco da Gama this season
CR Vasco da Gama this season
Cruzeiro EC are 11th (24 pts). CR Vasco da Gama are 17th (20 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
Cruzeiro EC
0-15
1/3
16-30
2/3
31-45
5/1
46-60
3/–
61-75
2/2
76+
2/2
■ Scored ■ Conceded
CR Vasco da Gama
0-15
–/2
16-30
1/2
31-45
–/1
46-60
1/1
61-75
2/3
76+
4/2
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
Cruzeiro EC
| Christian | 5 G | 3 A |
| Kaio Jorge | 4 G | |
| Matheus Pereira | 3 G | 2 A |
| Neizer Villarreal | 3 G | 1 A |
CR Vasco da Gama
| Thiago Mendes | 3 G | 1 A |
| Cauan Lucas | 3 G |
Events
Match Events
- 0' The stage is set the green flag drops! Another match against Cruzeiro EC and CR Vasco da Gama has kicked off!
- 5' Cruzeiro EC have won 211 goals from 250 games. They will be desperate to add to that tally today.
- 10' Cruzeiro EC are deployed in a 4-2-3-1 today, looking to exploit space against CR Vasco da Gama's 4-2-3-1 shape.
- 13' Jean Meneses gets the nod from CR Vasco da Gama. He replaces David and will look to change the dynamic.
- 18' Cruzeiro EC are happy to let the opposition have the ball in their own half. The trap is set.
- 23' Although teams showed high tempo form the start, they seem to slow down a bit. Both sides really need to catch a fire. Otherwise, we have another goalless match.
- 28' The referee is likely to let players tackle, as he already missed some meaty challenges during opening seconds. He is still to establish what should not be done by the players and what is acceptable on the pitch. It’s going to be a tough game for Joao Victor suffering a number of foals already.
- 33' The energy levels are beginning to show. Rafael Paiva might look to freshen things up shortly.
- 38' The 34-year-old Philippe Coutinho has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
- 41' Pablo Vegetti adds to his 0 season tally! CR Vasco da Gama lead 0-1 — and this changes everything.
- 46' It is a substitution in Cruzeiro EC team. Gabriel Veron is replaced by Alvaro Barreal on 46 minute.
- 51' Matchday of the Array and both teams know exactly what is at stake tonight.
- 56' Cruzeiro EC seems to be on a short break. The game is mainly concentrated in the center. It’s high time they got back to action. Otherwise, it looks like a goalless game.
- 60' Ze Ivaldo has been a constant threat and now delivers with a goal on 60 minutes.
- 61' Paulo Henrique has so much to prove this time. He replaces Philippe Coutinho on 61 minute.
- 65' A moment of madness from Joao Victor on 65 minutes earns him a card. CR Vasco da Gama will be frustrated.
- 70' Fabrizio Peralta has so much to prove this time. He replaces Mateus Vital on 70 minute.
- 72' The referee calls foul for Leo. He receives a card.
- 77' CR Vasco da Gama fans have not had much to celebrate tonight. Their side is struggling to get forward.
- 78' Tucurui has been a danger all night but risks an early exit having now seen a card on 78.
- 83' The referee does not hesitate — a card for Emerson Rodriguez on 83 minutes.
- 85' The supporters are chanting for Pablo Galdames. He replaces Jean Meneses on 85 minute.
- 89' Lucas Romero makes way for Ramiro at the 89 minute mark. A tactical switch from Cruzeiro EC.
- The final score is 1-1.
Lineups
Cruzeiro EC Lineups
4-2-3-1Starting XI
-
29
Lucas Romero ↓ Ramiro 89'
- 97
- 1
-
7
Mateus Vital ↓ Fabrizio Peralta 70'
- 3
- 12
- 9
- 25
-
30
Gabriel Veron ↓ Alvaro Barreal 46'
- 5
- 26
Bench
- 16
-
17
Ramiro ↑ 89'
- 98
- 20
-
21
Alvaro Barreal ↑ 46'
- 2
- 81
- 44
- 6
-
33
Fabrizio Peralta ↑ 70'
- 34
Coach
Fernando Diniz
CR Vasco da Gama Lineups
4-2-3-1Starting XI
-
7
David ↓ Jean Meneses 13'
- 3
- 11
-
25
Hugo Moura ↓ Juan Sforza 61'
- 6
- 38
- 2
- 99
- 17
- 1
- 85
Bench
- 12
- 10
- 4
- 13
- 27
- 32
-
21
Jean Meneses ↑ 13'
-
20
Juan Sforza ↑ 61'
-
96
Paulo Henrique ↑ 61'
- 77
- 26
- 66
Coach
Rafael Paiva
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Andrey | 1 |
| Pablo Vegetti | 1 |
| Yago Pikachu | 1 |
| Christian | 1 |
| Maximiliano Lopez | 1 |
| Paulo Henrique | 1 |
| Mauricio | 1 |
| Rayan | 1 |
Head to Head
Cruzeiro EC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
2 / 4
1.4
Cruzeiro EC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.16
CR Vasco da Gama xG
I would bet for:
Cruzeiro EC or CR Vasco da Gama 71%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Draw
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.56
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 90% |
|
10% |
| ± 1.5 | 73% |
|
27% |
| ± 2.5 | 47% |
|
53% |
| ± 3.5 | 26% |
|
74% |
| ± 4.5 | 12% |
|
88% |
Double Chance
Cruzeiro EC or Draw
70%
Draw or CR Vasco da Gama
59%
Cruzeiro EC or CR Vasco da Gama
71%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: CR Vasco da Gama win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
Actual
0 – 0
9.8%
1 – 0
9.7%
2 – 1
8.5%
0 – 1
7.9%
2 – 0
7.4%
1 – 2
7%
0 – 2
5.1%
2 – 2
5%
3 – 1
4%
3 – 0
3.4%
1 – 3
2.7%
Asian Handicap — Cruzeiro EC
| Handicap | Cruzeiro EC covers | Push | CR Vasco da Gama covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 7% | — | 93% |
| -2 | 7% | 12% | 80% |
| -1.5 | 20% | — | 80% |
| -1 | 20% | 21% | 59% |
| -0.5 | 41% | — | 59% |
| +0.5 | 70% | — | 30% |
| +1 | 70% | 17% | 13% |
| +1.5 | 87% | — | 13% |
| +2 | 87% | 9% | 4% |
| +2.5 | 96% | — | 4% |
Clean Sheet
Cruzeiro EC keeps clean sheet
32%
✓
CR Vasco da Gama keeps clean sheet
25%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.

