Copa Libertadores· Round of 16· Estádio do Maracanã
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Flamengo vs Cruzeiro Prediction & Betting Tips
Thursday, 20 August 2026 · Kick-off
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More Flamengo vs Cruzeiro tips
| Selection | Probability | Fair odds | Best odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| AH1 +1.5Flamengo +1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 94% | 1.07 | - |
| U3.5Under 3.5 goals | 82% | 1.22 | - |
| 1XFlamengo or Draw | 82% | 1.23 | - |
| AH2 +1.5Cruzeiro +1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 75% | 1.34 | - |
| U2.5Under 2.5 goals | 62% | 1.61 | - |
| BTTS NoBoth teams NOT to score | 59% | 1.70 | - |
| X2Cruzeiro or Draw | 56% | 1.78 | - |
| 1Flamengo to win | 44% | 2.28 | - |
| BTTS YesBoth teams to score | 41% | 2.42 | - |
| XDraw | 38% | 2.65 | - |
| O2.5Over 2.5 goals | 38% | 2.65 | - |
| AH1 -1.5Flamengo -1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 25% | 3.93 | - |
| 2Cruzeiro to win | 18% | 5.43 | - |
| O3.5Over 3.5 goals | 18% | 5.54 | - |
| AH2 -1.5Cruzeiro -1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 6% | 15.52 | - |
Flamengo vs Cruzeiro preview & analysis
Match preview
Flamengo host Cruzeiro in the Copa Libertadores (Round of 16) at Estádio do Maracanã on Thursday, 20 August 2026, with kick-off at 00:30 UTC. Here's our full prediction, built from bookmaker prices, current form and head-to-head data.
Head to head
In the last 6 meetings between these sides, Flamengo have won 3, Cruzeiro have won 1 and 2 ended level. Those games averaged 1.8 goals, and both teams scored in 3 of them.
What the numbers say
Our model makes Flamengo narrow favourites: Flamengo 44%, draw 38%, Cruzeiro 18%. We expect around 2.2 goals (1.4 - 0.8 in expected goals), with 38% for over 2.5 and 41% for both teams to score.
Head to head
Copa Libertadores table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Flamengo | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | +12 | 16 |
| 2 |  Estudiantes L.P. | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | +1 | 9 |
| 3 |  Independiente Medellin | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | -5 | 7 |
| 4 |  Cusco | 6 | 0 | 1 | 5 | -8 | 1 |
Flamengo vs Cruzeiro: FAQ
Who is the favourite to win Flamengo vs Cruzeiro?
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Flamengo are favourites. Our model gives Flamengo a 44% chance of winning, Cruzeiro 18%, and the draw 38%.
Will both teams score in Flamengo vs Cruzeiro?
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We rate both teams to score at 41%, so BTTS No is the better bet.
When does Flamengo vs Cruzeiro kick off?
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Flamengo vs Cruzeiro kicks off at 00:30 UTC on Thursday, 20 August 2026 at Estádio do Maracanã, Rio de Janeiro.
