Tournament:Serie A Brazil
Game time:17 jun 2024, 05:30
On June 17, 2024, Vasco da Gama will face Cruzeiro in the 9th round of the Brazilian Serie A. The visitors have had a stronger start to the season and aim to continue accumulating points. Meanwhile, the hosts will attempt to distance themselves from the relegation zone.
Vasco da Gama vs Cruzeiro: Key Statistics and Trends
- Vasco da Gama has won only one of their last nine matches.
- Cruzeiro had a five-match winning streak before losing to São Paulo.
- The most common scoreline between these clubs is 3-1 in favor of Cruzeiro (occurred five times).
- Vasco da Gama wins the first half in 22% of their matches, while Cruzeiro does so in 28%.
Vasco da Gama – the shape of the team and its analysis:
"The Colina Giant" managed to secure their position in the Brasileirão last season. This year, their primary objective is likely survival in the top division. They are also competing in the cup, having eliminated Fortaleza after a couple of high-scoring draws.
Their league performance has been inconsistent. After a 2-1 victory in the opening round, they suffered four consecutive defeats. A win against Vitória was followed by a 1-6 home loss to Flamengo. Palmeiras also secured a straightforward 2-0 win against them.
Cruzeiro – the shape of the team and its analysis:
"The Foxes" also returned to the Brasileirão in 2023 and earned the right to compete in the Copa Sudamericana. They won their group with twelve points.
In Serie A, their performance has been commendable. They secured victories against Botafogo, Vitória, and Atlético Goianiense, and drew 1-1 away against Fortaleza. Despite goalless losses to Atlético Mineiro and São Paulo, they remain in the upper part of the table. They also defeated Cuiabá, with a goal and assist from Mateus Pereira.
Vasco da Gama: Team News
João Victor is suspended following a red card against Palmeiras. Adson, Jair, and possibly Paulinho are injured.
Cruzeiro: Team News
Marlon received a red card against São Paulo. Gabriel Veron is injured.
Vasco da Gama vs Cruzeiro: Possible Starting Lineups
Vasco da Gama (possible lineup): Leo Jardim - Leo Pinheiro, Rojas, Maicon - Lucas Piton, Payet, Rocha, Sforza, Galdames, Rodriguez - Vegetti
Cruzeiro (possible lineup): Anderson - Kaiki, João Marcelo, José Ivaldo, William - Gabriel Veron, Mateus Pereira, Barreal, Romero, Lucas Silva - Rafael Silva
Head to Head matches: Vasco da Gama vs Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro is unbeaten in their last three meetings, with two wins and a draw in November of last year.
Free prediction today for the match: Vasco da Gama vs Cruzeiro
The hosts are slightly favored, but "The Foxes" have looked much stronger this season. Bet on Cruzeiro with a "0" handicap (odds – 2.09).
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