Watch as Cruzeiro clashes with Goias in the Copa do Brasil on 13.05.2026. With Cruzeiro known for their strategic gameplay, this match promises to be a must-watch. Our analysis provides all the details on why Cruzeiro is the team to back, along with smart betting tips.
Key Player Statistics: Cruzeiro vs Goias
x 2Cruzeiro vs Goias Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copa Do Brasil | Goias | Cruzeiro | 23.04.2026 | 2-2 |
| Serie A | Goias | Cruzeiro | 28.11.2023 | 0-1 |
| Serie A | Cruzeiro | Goias | 23.07.2023 | 0-1 |
| Serie B | Goias | Cruzeiro | 08.09.2021 | 1-1 |
| Serie B | Cruzeiro | Goias | 13.06.2021 | 1-1 |
| Serie A | Goias | Cruzeiro | 01.10.2019 | 1-0 |
| Serie A | Cruzeiro | Goias | 05.05.2019 | 2-1 |
| Serie A | Goias | Cruzeiro | 25.10.2015 | 0-1 |
| Serie A | Cruzeiro | Goias | 12.07.2015 | 1-0 |
| Serie A | Cruzeiro | Goias | 23.11.2014 | 2-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CONMEBOL Libertadores | U. Catolica | Cruzeiro | 07.05.2026 | 0-0 |
| Serie A | Cruzeiro | Atletico-MG | 03.05.2026 | 1-3 |
| CONMEBOL Libertadores | Cruzeiro | Boca Juniors | 29.04.2026 | 1-0 |
| Serie A | Remo | Cruzeiro | 26.04.2026 | 0-1 |
| Copa Do Brasil | Goias | Cruzeiro | 23.04.2026 | 2-2 |
| Serie A | Cruzeiro | Gremio | 19.04.2026 | 2-0 |
| CONMEBOL Libertadores | Cruzeiro | U. Catolica | 16.04.2026 | 1-2 |
| Serie A | Cruzeiro | RB Bragantino | 13.04.2026 | 2-1 |
| CONMEBOL Libertadores | Barcelona SC | Cruzeiro | 08.04.2026 | 0-1 |
| Serie A | Sao Paulo | Cruzeiro | 05.04.2026 | 4-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Serie B | Fortaleza EC | Goias | 03.05.2026 | 4-1 |
| Serie B | São Bernardo | Goias | 26.04.2026 | 1-0 |
| Copa Do Brasil | Goias | Cruzeiro | 23.04.2026 | 2-2 |
| Serie B | Goias | Cuiaba | 20.04.2026 | 0-2 |
| Serie B | Juventude | Goias | 11.04.2026 | 2-0 |
| Serie B | Goias | Criciuma | 07.04.2026 | 1-0 |
| Serie B | Londrina | Goias | 02.04.2026 | 2-2 |
| Serie B | Goias | America Mineiro | 22.03.2026 | 3-1 |
| Copa Do Brasil | Maringá | Goias | 20.03.2026 | 0-1 |
| Goiano - 1 | Goias | Atletico Goianiense | 15.03.2026 | 0-0 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Cruzeiro VS Goias
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Cruzeiro vs Goias
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Betting Intelligence: Cruzeiro vs Goias
This is the second leg that matters. Cruzeiro host Goiás in the Copa do Brasil, and after that dramatic 2-2 draw in the first leg, everything is still to play for.
Cruzeiro come into this as heavy favourites, and honestly, it's hard to argue with that. The bookmakers have them at 1.36, and when you look at the head-to-head record, it tells a clear story. In 15 meetings across all competitions, Cruzeiro have dominated. They've won the majority of those encounters, and Goiás have rarely looked comfortable against them at this level.
But here's what the mainstream narrative misses. Goiás are a Serie B side right now, yet they went to their own ground in the first leg and matched Cruzeiro blow for blow. That 2-2 result wasn't a fluke. It was a statement.
Cruzeiro's recent form tells its own story. They've been juggling Libertadores football alongside the domestic campaign, and the cracks are showing. A heavy 4-1 loss to São Paulo and a 3-1 defeat to Atlético-MG at home suggest this squad is feeling the strain of a packed schedule. Don't be fooled by their European pedigree in this competition. Fatigue is real.
Goiás, by contrast, are coming off a tough 4-1 loss to Fortaleza in Serie B. Their league form has been inconsistent, but in cup football they've shown something different. They've beaten Maringá, thrashed Fluminense PI 3-0, and that first-leg draw proved they can compete with top-flight opposition.
Here's what you need to watch for tactically. Goiás rely on Anselmo Ramon as their focal point up front, and with Bruno Sávio providing the creative spark from wide areas, they'll look to hit Cruzeiro on the counter. Cruzeiro will push numbers forward seeking the decisive goal, and that space in behind could be gold for Goiás.
The surprising stat worth noting? In recent Copa do Brasil fixtures, Goiás have scored in every single match they've played in this year's competition. Every one. That goal threat doesn't disappear just because the venue changes.
My prediction: Cruzeiro win 2-1, but this match goes deep into tense territory. Back Both Teams to Score — it has value at the price given both sides' patterns in this tie. The Asian handicap of -1 for Cruzeiro looks too greedy given Goiás's resilience.
I'd also keep an eye on a Goiás goal in the first half. They've shown they're not afraid to be bold early, and Cruzeiro's defensive vulnerability against quick transitions makes that a genuinely interesting live betting angle.
This isn't just a formality for Cruzeiro. Goiás have earned the right to make them sweat. Wednesday night promises to be a proper cup battle — the kind you simply cannot miss.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L. Villalba | Argentina | 31 | Defender | 177 | 73 |
| Bruno Rodrigues | Brazil | 29 | Attacker | 177 | 72 |
| Kaio Jorge | Brazil | 24 | Attacker | 176 | 64 |
| Fabrício Bruno | Brazil | 30 | Defender | 191 | 87 |
| L. Romero | Argentina | 32 | Midfielder | 172 | 70 |
| Lucas Silva | Brazil | 33 | Midfielder | 181 | 82 |
| Matheus Henrique | Brazil | 28 | Midfielder | 175 | 71 |
| William | Brazil | 31 | Defender | 176 | 67 |
| Matheus Pereira | Brazil | 30 | Midfielder | 176 | 80 |
| L. Sinisterra | Colombia | 26 | Attacker | 172 | 60 |
| João Marcelo | Brazil | 25 | Defender | 189 | n/a |
| Christian | Brazil | 25 | Midfielder | 175 | 72 |
| Matheus Cunha | Brazil | 24 | Goalkeeper | 181 | 79 |
| Kaiki | Brazil | 23 | Defender | 173 | 73 |
| Otávio Eleodoro Rezende Costa | Brazil | 20 | Goalkeeper | ||
| K. Arroyo | Ecuador | 20 | Forward | 174 | 74 |
| Jonathan | Brazil | 21 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| Kenji | Brazil | 20 | Attacker | 179 | 69 |
| Kauã Prates | Brazil | 17 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| Kauã Moraes | Brazil | 19 | Defender | 174 | 62 |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nicolas | Brazil | 29 | Defender | 182 | 79 |
| Thiago Rodrigues | Brazil | 37 | Goalkeeper | 190 | 80 |
| Anselmo Ramon | Brazil | 37 | Attacker | 176 | 60 |
| Juninho | Brazil | 38 | Midfielder | 173 | 66 |
| Lucas Lima | Brazil | 35 | Midfielder | 176 | 70 |
| Luiz Felipe | Brazil | 32 | Defender | 187 | 79 |
| Tadeu | Brazil | 34 | Goalkeeper | 185 | 81 |
| Gegê | Brazil | 32 | Attacker | 175 | 72 |
| Lourenço | Brazil | 28 | Midfielder | 169 | 65 |
| Bruno Sávio | Brazil | 31 | Attacker | 184 | 70 |
| Rodrigo Soares | Brazil | 33 | Defender | 176 | 73 |
| Titi | Brazil | 38 | Defender | 188 | 83 |
| E. García | Venezuela | 25 | Attacker | 163 | 58 |
| Filipe Machado | Brazil | 30 | Midfielder | 174 | 61 |
| Cadu | Brazil | 21 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| Pedro Junqueira | Brazil | 22 | Attacker | 182 | 72 |
| Luis Fellipe | Brazil | 22 | Defender | 192 | 74 |
| Diego Caito | Brazil | 21 | Defender | 176 | 72 |
| Jean Carlos Alves Ferreira | Brazil | 21 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| Murillo | n/a | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
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