Cruzeiro v Internacional prediction
Team pages: Cruzeiro · Internacional · Head-to-head
TACTIX’s free model pick for Cruzeiro v Internacional, Serie A – Brazil on Wed, 02 Dec 2026 21:00 GMT posts shortly before kick-off. Form, head-to-head and league standing for both sides are below.
The match
Cruzeiro host Internacional in Serie A – Brazil on Wednesday 2 December (kick-off 21:00 UK).
The key numbers
Both teams scored in 13 of Cruzeiro’s last 15 results in all competitions (87%).
Cruzeiro have scored in at least 15 consecutive matches in all competitions.
Form and the table
11 of Cruzeiro’s last 15 results in all competitions went over 2.5 goals (73%). At home, Cruzeiro have five wins, two draws and no defeats in their last 7 home matches in all competitions — 2.43 points per game, scoring 2.00 and conceding 0.71. Cruzeiro have scored 50 goals, the third-most of the 20 clubs (2026 so far). Cruzeiro have conceded 46 goals, the sixth-most (shared) of the 20 clubs.
Six of Internacional’s last 15 results in all competitions went over 2.5 goals (40%). Both teams scored in nine of Internacional’s last 15 results in all competitions (60%). Away from home, Internacional have one win, two draws and five defeats in their last 8 away matches in all competitions — 0.63 points per game, scoring 0.88 and conceding 1.63. Internacional have scored 33 goals, the third-fewest of the 20 clubs (2026 so far). Internacional have conceded 40 goals, the 10th-fewest of the 20 clubs.
Cruzeiro (fourth) and Internacional (17th) are 19 points apart, 2026 so far. TACTIX’s Glicko-2 team ratings have Cruzeiro the stronger side, 227 rating points above Internacional (Cruzeiro 1709, Internacional 1483, after at least 259 rated matches each).
Head-to-head
The most recent meeting, on 23 July 2026, finished Internacional 1–2 Cruzeiro.
Team news
Predicted Cruzeiro XI (4-2-3-1): O. Costa, J. Marcelo, J. Jesus, G. Rojas, W. Furtado, M. Pereira, Gerson, K. Arroyo, M. Henrique, L. Romero, K. Jorge — derived from the last 8 line-ups, most-used eleven. By TACTIX Impact, Matheus Pereira (4.5 per match over 42 appearances, 13 goals and eight assists) and Kaiki (4.0 per match over 24 appearances, three assists) have been Cruzeiro’s most influential players 2026, all competitions. In numbers for Cruzeiro (2026, all competitions, before kick-off), Matheus Pereira averages 3.2 key passes per 90 over 3559 minutes, with a key pass in 10 of the last 10 appearances. Kaiki averages 2.7 tackles per 90 over 2445 minutes, with a tackle in nine of the last 10 appearances.
Predicted Internacional XI (3-4-2-1): M. Cunha, G. Mercado, B. Gomes, G. Maripán, Vitinho, R. Villagra, T. Maia, B. Henrique, A. Bernabei, P. Paula, A. Patrick — derived from the last 8 line-ups, most-used eleven. By TACTIX Impact, Alexandro Bernabei (3.9 per match over 33 appearances, seven goals and two assists) and Alan Patrick (3.6 per match over 31 appearances, six goals and six assists) have been Internacional’s most influential players 2026, all competitions. In numbers for Internacional (2026, all competitions, before kick-off), Alexandro Bernabei averages 1.6 key passes per 90 over 2844 minutes, with a key pass in seven of the last 10 appearances. Alan Patrick averages 1.3 shots per 90 over 2243 minutes, with a shot in four of the last 10 appearances.
Written from the matches TACTIX holds for both sides; each figure names the games it is counted over.
The numbers
- Kick-off: · Serie A – Brazil · Estádio Mineirão
- Head-to-head (last 6): Cruzeiro 2 · draws 1 · Internacional 3 · 2.17 goals/game
- Recent form: Cruzeiro 3W 0D 2L · Internacional 2W 1D 2L
Cruzeiro v Internacional (Serie A – Brazil): the key numbers are on this page — and TACTIX’s live, market-by-market track record is one click away (as of 20 October 2026). See the live track record →
Key stats
Per game, last 8 completed matches, to 18 October 2026. Over/under figures use standard thresholds, not bookmaker lines.
| Per game | Cruzeiro for / against | Line | Internacional for / against |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals scored | 2.13 for · 1.88 against n 8 Last 5 | 2.5standard | 1.25 for · 1.88 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Corners won | 4.88 for · 8.13 against n 8 Last 5 | 9.5standard | 4.75 for · 4.88 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Shots | 15.63 for · 21.75 against n 8 Last 5 | 19.5standard | 13.88 for · 13 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Shots on target | 6.63 for · 7.63 against n 8 Last 5 | 8.5standard | 4.13 for · 4.25 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Fouls committed | 13.38 for · 15.5 against n 8 Last 5 | 21.5standard | 17 for · 12.88 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Cards shown | 2.63 for · 1.75 against n 8 Last 5 | 3.5standard | 3.75 for · 3.38 against n 8 Last 5 |
Cruzeiro
| Player | Mins | Fouls committed 1+2+ | Fouls won 1+2+ | Likely duel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Furtado n 8 | 68.3 | 3.1 | 0.3 | — |
| João Gabriel e Costa Cesco n 8 | 32.9 | 3.1 | 0.7 | — |
| Felipe Morais n 8 | 47.3 | 2.9 | 2.4 | — |
| Lucas Silva n 8 | 17 | 2.6 | 2 | — |
| Zé Lucas n 8 | 42 | 2.1 | 2.1 | — |
| Player | Mins | Shots 1+2+ | Shots on target 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Felipe Morais n 8 | 47.3 | 4 | 1.7 |
| Matheus Pereira n 8 | 79.1 | 3.1 | 1.3 |
| Keny Arroyo n 8 | 73.3 | 3.1 | 1.2 |
| Kaio Jorge n 8 | 85.6 | 2.9 | 1.6 |
| Bruno Rodrigues n 8 | 32.1 | 2.1 | 1.1 |
| Player | Mins | Goals 1+2+ | Assists 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kaio Jorge n 8 | 85.6 | 0.8 | 0.3 |
| Matheus Pereira n 8 | 79.1 | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| L. Rodríguez n 8 | 21.5 | 0 | 1 |
| Bruno Rodrigues n 8 | 32.1 | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Lucas Villalba n 8 | 74.5 | 0.2 | 0.3 |
| Player | Mins | Tackles 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|
| Fagner n 8 | 71.4 | 3.3 |
| Lucas Silva n 8 | 17 | 3.3 |
| Lucas Romero n 8 | 76.9 | 2.9 |
| Zé Lucas n 8 | 42 | 2.9 |
| Jonathan Jesus n 8 | 77.6 | 2.6 |
| Player | Mins | Saves 2+3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Otávio Costa n 8 | 90 | 4.9 |
Internacional
| Player | Mins | Fouls committed 1+2+ | Fouls won 1+2+ | Likely duel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alerrandro n 8 | 34.9 | 3.9 | 0.6 | — |
| Alexandro Bernabei n 8 | 74.8 | 2.7 | 0.9 | — |
| A. Sanabria n 8 | 33.3 | 2.7 | 2 | — |
| Braian Aguirre n 8 | 59.3 | 2.5 | 0.4 | — |
| Ronaldo n 8 | 32 | 2.5 | 0.4 | — |
| Player | Mins | Shots 1+2+ | Shots on target 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Braian Aguirre n 8 | 59.3 | 2.8 | 0.9 |
| Alerrandro n 8 | 34.9 | 2.3 | 0 |
| Vitinho n 8 | 80.9 | 2.2 | 1.1 |
| Bruno Henrique n 8 | 48.5 | 2.1 | 0.7 |
| Alan Patrick n 8 | 73 | 2 | 0.6 |
| Player | Mins | Goals 1+2+ | Assists 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alan Patrick n 8 | 73 | 0.3 | 0.5 |
| Bruno Henrique n 8 | 48.5 | 0.5 | 0.2 |
| Vitinho n 8 | 80.9 | 0.6 | 0 |
| Allex n 8 | 24.5 | 0.5 | 0 |
| Thiago Maia n 8 | 58.8 | 0 | 0.4 |
| Player | Mins | Tackles 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|
| Matheus Bahia n 8 | 48.5 | 3.9 |
| Bruno Gomes n 8 | 89 | 3.5 |
| Jose Juninho n 8 | 36.3 | 3.1 |
| Paulinho Paula n 8 | 45.3 | 3 |
| Allex n 8 | 24.5 | 2.8 |
| Player | Mins | Saves 2+3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Anthoni n 8 | 83 | 2.6 |
| Matheus Cunha n 8 | 80.9 | 2.1 |
The day’s free picks, by email
Every morning at 07:30 UK: the model’s free picks, each with its confidence tier and that tier’s settled record, misses included. No tips, no guarantees, one click to leave.
Form, head-to-head & standings
The numbers behind Cruzeiro v Internacional — recent results, past meetings and where each side sits. (TACTIX’s model forecast is in the projections below.)
- 2026-07-23 Internacional 1–2 Cruzeiro
- 2025-08-23 Cruzeiro 2–1 Internacional
- 2025-04-06 Internacional 3–0 Cruzeiro
- 2024-08-28 Cruzeiro 0–0 Internacional
- 2024-08-25 Internacional 1–0 Cruzeiro
- 2023-11-05 Cruzeiro 1–2 Internacional
Frequently asked questions
- What is the head-to-head record between Cruzeiro and Internacional?
- In their last 6 meetings, Cruzeiro won 2, Internacional won 3 and there was 1 draw, averaging 2.17 goals per game.
- What is the recent form of Cruzeiro and Internacional?
- Recent form — Cruzeiro 3W 0D 2L; Internacional 2W 1D 2L.
Today’s boards
Every fixture kicking off in the UK day, and the fixtures where the free pick leads with each market.
This page is generated from TACTIX’s match data by our software and checked automatically; data as of . How it works → · Report an error
How our model works · Live track record · Predictions are model output, not betting advice.