EC Vitoria vs Cruzeiro EC, Serie A 2026 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
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EC Vitoria vs Cruzeiro EC — Serie A at Barradao.
- EC Vitoria 29 games · 36 pts (2026/26)
- Cruzeiro EC 29 games · 48 pts (2026/26)
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CR Flamengo | 29 | 61 |
| 2 | SE Palmeiras | 29 | 60 |
| 3 | Fluminense FC | 29 | 51 |
| 4 | CA Paranaense | 29 | 50 |
| 5 | Cruzeiro EC | 29 | 48 |
| 6 | EC Bahia | 29 | 46 |
| 7 | CA Mineiro | 29 | 44 |
| 8 | Santos FC | 29 | 42 |
| 9 | Coritiba FBC | 29 | 38 |
| 10 | RB Bragantino | 29 | 37 |
| 11 | Sao Paulo FC | 29 | 36 |
| 12 | EC Vitoria | 29 | 36 |
| 13 | Botafogo FR | 29 | 35 |
| 14 | CR Vasco da Gama | 28 | 34 |
| 15 | Mirassol FC | 29 | 33 |
| 16 | SC Corinthians Paulista | 29 | 32 |
| 17 | SC Internacional | 29 | 31 |
| 18 | Gremio FBPA | 29 | 30 |
| 19 | Clube do Remo | 29 | 24 |
| 20 | Chapecoense AF | 28 | 18 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Sep | Cruzeiro EC | H | 1–3 | L |
| 13 Sep | Mirassol FC | A | 2–2 | D |
| 07 Sep | Gremio FBPA | H | 1–0 | W |
| 29 Aug | CA Mineiro | A | 1–2 | L |
| 23 Aug | EC Bahia | H | 0–2 | L |
| 16 Aug | Botafogo FR | H | 1–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Sep | EC Vitoria | A | 3–1 | W |
| 13 Sep | Santos FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| 06 Sep | CA Paranaense | H | 3–1 | W |
| 30 Aug | CR Vasco da Gama | A | 1–3 | L |
| 22 Aug | CR Flamengo | H | 2–1 | W |
| 16 Aug | SC Corinthians Paulista | A | 2–1 | W |
Season Stats
| EC Vitoria | Cruzeiro EC | |
|---|---|---|
| #12 | Position | #5 |
| 36 | Points | 48 |
| 29 | Played | 29 |
| 10 / 6 / 13 | W / D / L | 14 / 6 / 9 |
| 32 | Scored | 44 |
| 42 | Conceded | 40 |
| -10 | GD | +4 |
| 1.24 | PPG | 1.66 |
| 34% | Win % | 48% |
Key Stats
60%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (10 games)
H2H (10 games)
60%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
41%
Clean Sheets
EC Vitoria this season
EC Vitoria this season
24%
Clean Sheets
Cruzeiro EC this season
Cruzeiro EC this season
EC Vitoria are 12th (36 pts). Cruzeiro EC are 5th (48 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
EC Vitoria
0-15
3/1
16-30
5/1
31-45
2/9
46-60
2/2
61-75
7/5
76+
4/10
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Cruzeiro EC
0-15
3/3
16-30
3/6
31-45
7/5
46-60
6/2
61-75
6/2
76+
10/4
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
EC Vitoria
| Carlos Rene | 8 G | 1 A |
| Matheuzinho | 6 G | 4 A |
| Erick | 5 G | 5 A |
| Renato Kayzer | 4 G | 1 A |
| Gabriel Baralhas | 2 G | 3 A |
Cruzeiro EC
| Matheus Pereira | 9 G | 5 A |
| Kaio Jorge | 8 G | 1 A |
| Christian | 5 G | 3 A |
| Neizer Villarreal | 3 G | 1 A |
Events
Match Events
- 0' Welcome to Barradao that hosts another battle between EC Vitoria and Cruzeiro EC.
- 5' The midfield battle is intense right now. Both EC Vitoria and Cruzeiro EC are fighting for every inch of the pitch.
- 10' Jamerson has certainly something to prove this evening. He made 0 appearances with only 0 goals this season.
- 15' The 28-year-old Matheus Henrique has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 1 assists is a remarkable return.
- 20' Matheus Pereira has been disciplined this evening — perhaps mindful of those 34 cards already picked up this season.
- 25' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 30' It looks like no one’s ball. EC Vitoria is used to counterattacking playing. None of the sides are ready to take the lead.
- 35' Cruzeiro EC fans have not had much to celebrate tonight. Their side is struggling to get forward.
- 39' What composure from Carlos Rene! The Brazil international strokes it home. 1-0.
- 40' It’s a booking for Cruzeiro EC player. Jonathan gets a card.
- 41' Jonathan catches the referee's attention in entirely the wrong way. card on 41.
- 46' A tactical swap from Cruzeiro EC — William on, Fagner off on 46 minutes.
- 46' Keny Arroyo adds to his 4 season tally! Cruzeiro EC lead 1-1 — and this changes everything.
- 51' EC Vitoria are enjoying more possession but struggling to find a way through a disciplined Cruzeiro EC backline.
- 56' Gabriel Rojas makes way for Lucas Villalba at the 56 minute mark. A tactical switch from Cruzeiro EC.
- 57' Another change for Cruzeiro EC made on 57 minute. ze Lucas leaves to be changed by Matheus Henrique.
- 62' With 0 assists to his name this season, Joao Marcelo is clearly more than just a goal scorer for EC Vitoria.
- 66' Lucas Villalba is having a superb {COMPETITION} campaign — that is 1 goals this season for the .
- 69' EC Vitoria manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Lucas Silva is hanging Erick on the field on 69 minute.
- 74' Erick has been one of the livelier players on the pitch with 2 goals to his name this season.
- 78' That looks like a foul for a card for Gerson.
- 81' Fabricio Bruno is replacing Gerson for the Cruzeiro EC side.
- 83' A tactical swap from EC Vitoria — Renato Kayzer on, Matheuzinho off on 83 minutes.
- 87' Felipe Morais was booked on 87.
- Hope, you loved the show. Another epic battle is over with the score 1-3.
Lineups
EC Vitoria Lineups
4-2-3-1Starting XI
- 25
- 33
- 36
- 83
- 1
- 6
- 98
- 10
- 95
- 12
- 91
Bench
- 7
- 8
- 2
- 23
- 79
- 71
- 16
- 88
- 26
- 20
- 9
- 3
Coach
Jair Ventura
Cruzeiro EC Lineups
4-2-3-1Starting XI
- 23
- 10
-
8
Gerson ↓ Fabricio Bruno 81'
- 19
-
27
Gabriel Rojas ↓ Lucas Villalba 56'
- 43
- 81
-
20
Wesley Gassova ↓ Felipe Morais 46'
- 34
- 99
-
5
ze Lucas ↓ Matheus Henrique 57'
Bench
- 16
-
7
Matheus Henrique ↑ 57'
- 1
-
15
Fabricio Bruno ↑ 81'
-
12
William ↑ 46'
- 94
-
25
Lucas Villalba ↑ 56'
- 6
- 9
- 97
- 67
-
38
Felipe Morais ↑ 46'
Coach
Artur Jorge
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Kaio Jorge | 3 |
| Fred | 2 |
| Keny Arroyo | 2 |
| Matheus Pereira | 2 |
| Juan Dinenno | 2 |
| Neilton | 1 |
| Kaua Moraes | 1 |
| Lucas Villalba | 1 |
Head to Head
EC Vitoria Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.22
EC Vitoria xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.76
Cruzeiro EC xG
I would bet for:
Both teams to score 59% + Over 2.5 goals 56%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Cruzeiro EC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.98
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 93% |
|
7% |
| ± 1.5 | 80% |
|
20% |
| ± 2.5 | 56% |
|
44% |
| ± 3.5 | 35% |
|
65% |
| ± 4.5 | 19% |
|
81% |
Double Chance
EC Vitoria or Draw
53%
Draw or Cruzeiro EC
73%
EC Vitoria or Cruzeiro EC
74%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: EC Vitoria win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
11.8%
1 – 2
9.2%
0 – 1
8.2%
0 – 2
7.8%
0 – 0
6.8%
2 – 1
6.4%
2 – 2
5.6%
1 – 3
Actual
1 – 0
5.4%
0 – 3
4.5%
2 – 0
3.8%
2 – 3
3.4%
Asian Handicap — EC Vitoria
| Handicap | EC Vitoria covers | Push | Cruzeiro EC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 4% | — | 96% |
| -2 | 4% | 7% | 89% |
| -1.5 | 11% | — | 89% |
| -1 | 11% | 15% | 75% |
| -0.5 | 25% | — | 75% |
| +0.5 | 51% | — | 49% |
| +1 | 51% | 22% | 27% |
| +1.5 | 73% | — | 27% |
| +2 | 73% | 15% | 12% |
| +2.5 | 88% | — | 12% |
Clean Sheet
EC Vitoria keeps clean sheet
18%
✓
Cruzeiro EC keeps clean sheet
30%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.