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Corinthians vs Cruzeiro preview

Brazil flag 2026 Serie A, Brazil
Arena Corinthians Today - 10:30 PM
Serie A
CorinthiansCTH
0 – 0
1ST HALF 6
CruzeiroCRZ
Live : 1st Half Today 10:30 PM
Round 23 Regular Season

Match Commentary

1
Update Update
Kick-off! Referee：Davi de Oliveira Lacerda

Statistics

Possession
CTH
41%
CRZ
59%

Top Statistics

1 Dangerous attacks 1
36 Possession 64
0 Free kicks 1

Match Overview

2 Throwins 3
1 Successful Headers 2
0 Successful Dribbles Percentage 0

Attacking

12 Attacks 7

Possession

2 Long Passes 3
26 Passes 40
4 Successful Passes 11
69 Successful Passes Percentage 90

Defensive

0 Tackles 2
1 Interceptions 1
1 Duels Won 2

Discipline

1 Fouls 0

Lineup

Referee : Davi de Oliveira Lacerda

Starting XI ▼

1
Hugo Souza
Hugo Souza Goalkeeper
6.73
2
Matheuzinho
Matheuzinho Defender
6.97
3
Gabriel Paulista
Gabriel Paulista Defender
6.97
13
Gustavo Henrique
Gustavo Henrique Defender
6.95
21
Matheus Bidu
Matheus Bidu Defender
6.98
7
Breno Bidon
Breno Bidon Midfielder
6.82
8
Rodrigo Garro
Rodrigo Garro (C) Midfielder
7.25
19
André Carrillo
André Carrillo Midfielder
6.76
29
Allan
Allan Midfielder
6.71
37
Kaio César
Kaio César Midfielder
7.02
18
Pedro Raul
Pedro Raul Attacker
6.62
Referee : Davi de Oliveira Lacerda

Starting XI ▼

81
Otávio Costa
Otávio Costa Goalkeeper
6.63
23
Fagner
Fagner Defender
6.79
25
Lucas Villalba
Lucas Villalba Defender
6.58
34
Jonathan Jesus
Jonathan Jesus Defender
7.11
43
João Marcelo
João Marcelo Defender
6.85
5
Zé Lucas
Zé Lucas Midfielder
6.6
9
Bruno Rodrigues
Bruno Rodrigues Midfielder
6.67
29
Lucas Romero
Lucas Romero (C) Midfielder
6.95
38
Felipe Morais
Felipe Morais Midfielder
6.31
67
João Costa
João Costa Midfielder
6.68
19
Kaio Jorge
Kaio Jorge Attacker
6.97

CONTEXT

Corinthians and Cruzeiro have started their encounter in the first half at the initial minute. The action is unfolding with both teams maintaining an equal share of possession and no cards issued to either side. Qualitative control appears even as neither has asserted dominance in the opening play. Pre-match signals had identified Cruzeiro as the stronger outfit, but the live state shows no deviation from balance. Expected goals trends are yet to form with the game so fresh. The projection alignment stays neutral, matching the in-line efficiency observed. This setup reflects a cautious beginning where structural expectations meet the current reality without notable shifts in momentum or chances created.

TL;DR

  • Live state: The first half has just begun with both teams level in the early stages.
  • Structural vs live: Pre-match signals favored Cruzeiro but the live situation shows an even contest in line with initial balance.
  • Projection vs live: The live alignment remains neutral compared to pre-match projections.
  • xG trend: Expected goals data is not yet available as the match is in its opening moments.
  • Possession profile: Possession is evenly split at fifty percent for each side.
  • Event impact: No significant events like cards have occurred, keeping the game in line with expectations.
  • Second-half outlook: Live efficiency trend is in line with; The remainder should be decided by execution in transitions and set plays.
No standings statistics available.
No head-to-head records found.
0.5+ goals: 85%
1.5+ goals: 70%
2.5+ goals: 50%
3.5+ goals: 25%
Confidence: High (≥8 matches)

Quality vs Volume

Home: xG 1.8, Shots 12, xG/Shot 0.15
Away: xG 1.5, Shots 14, xG/Shot 0.11

Open Play vs Set Play

Open Play: 65%
Set Play: 35%

Expected Points

TeamxPts
Home1.8
Away1.2
ℹ️ Methodology: Expected Goals (xG) measures shot quality
D. de Oliveira Lacerda
D. de Oliveira Lacerda
Referee • 25 matches
Fouls / Match
Referee 30.32
League Avg 0
Yellow Cards / Match
Referee 4
League Avg 0
Red Cards / Match
Referee 0.36
League Avg 0
Penalties / Match
Referee 0.36
League Avg 0
T. Americano Labes
T. Americano Labes
1st Assistant • 0 matches
Fouls / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Yellow Cards / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Red Cards / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Penalties / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
D. Pagung
D. Pagung
2nd Assistant • 0 matches
Fouls / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Yellow Cards / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Red Cards / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Penalties / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
B. Mota Correia
B. Mota Correia
4th Official • 0 matches
Fouls / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Yellow Cards / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Red Cards / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Penalties / Match
Referee 0
League Avg 0
Corinthians F. Diniz Silva
F. Diniz Silva
VS
Cruzeiro Artur Jorge
Artur Jorge
1.45
Avg Points / Game (Last 100 Matches)
1.68
2.33 i
Last 6 Opponents
Bragantino Rank: 65 W
Athletico PR Rank: 66 D
Bahia Rank: 63 D
Remo Rank: 58 W
Grêmio Rank: 63 W
Atlético Mineiro Rank: 65 W
Avg Points / Game (Last 6 Matches)
2.17 i
Last 6 Opponents
Mirassol Rank: 66 W
Coritiba Rank: 63 W
Botafogo Rank: 68 L
Internacional Rank: 63 W
Fluminense Rank: 68 D
Chapecoense Rank: 52 W
1
Head to Head (Wins - Draws - Losses)
1 - 2 - 2
2

Team Power Ranking

i
What is Power Ranking?
Power ranking is SportMonks' model-based team strength indicator. Historical input capped to 2 seasons.
67.61
69.24
0 (Weakest) 100 (Strongest)
Metric
Corinthians
Cruzeiro
Power Score
67.61
69.24
League Position
9
6
Global Rank
329
286

Form Analysis Opponent-Weighted

Line chart of recent results (points/trend). Friendlies excluded by default. Hover for opponent, result, xG/xGA and power ranking — based on last 6 matches.

–
vs
Corinthians — Opponent-weighted form score
Cruzeiro — Opponent-weighted form score
Win (3 pts) Draw (1 pt) Loss (0 pts) Corinthians Cruzeiro

Heatmaps Ball coordinates

Attack and defence zones from ball position data. Filters: last 6 matches (overall/home/away), time period, competition.

–
vs

Corinthians

Left / Center / Right —
Opposition half density —
vs season average —

Cruzeiro

Left / Center / Right —
Opposition half density —
vs season average —
Possession Efficiency data not available for this match.

Set Pieces Efficiency Attack & Defence

Set-piece reliance and strength using expected metrics and actual outcomes for each team.

Corinthians ⚠ Proxy
vs
⚠ Proxy Cruzeiro
Created Set-piece attacking threat
Corinthians Cruzeiro
Set-piece xG Share Share of total expected goals generated from set pieces. Higher = more set-piece reliant in attack.
—
—
Goals per Match Average set-piece goals scored per match.
0.00 0.00
vs Expected (xG) Goals scored minus set-piece xG. Positive = overperforming; Negative = underperforming expectations.
— vs —
Conceded Set-piece defensive exposure
Corinthians Cruzeiro
Set-piece xGA Share Share of total expected goals conceded from set pieces. Higher = more exposed to set pieces defensively.
—
—
Conceded per Match Average set-piece goals conceded per match.
0.00 0.00
vs Expected (xGA) Goals conceded minus set-piece xGA. Positive = conceding more than expected (bad); Negative = conceding less than expected (good).
— vs —
xG set-piece data unavailable for both teams. Values estimated using proxy metrics (shots, dangerous attacks). Confidence: Medium.
Corinthians
Cruzeiro
xG Share = set-piece xG ÷ total xG
vs Expected = goals − set-piece xG

Counter / Transition Attack & Defence

What happens in the 15 seconds immediately after possession changes hands — based on Last 6 matches.

–
Corinthians
vs
Cruzeiro
Attack After Winning Possession transition → offence
Corinthians Cruzeiro
Goals per Match Average goals scored within 15s of winning the ball per match. ↑ better
—
—
Shots per Match Average shots taken within 15s of winning the ball per match. ↑ better
—
—
Dangerous Attacks Average dangerous attacks launched within 15s of winning possession per match. ↑ better
—
—
Transition Efficiency Index Composite score (0–1) of how efficiently this team attacks within 15s of winning the ball. Higher = more dangerous on transition. Higher = stronger on the counter
Corinthians 0.00
Cruzeiro 0.00
Defence After Losing Possession loss → defensive exposure
Corinthians Cruzeiro
Goals Conceded Average goals conceded within 15s of losing the ball per match. ↓ better
—
—
Shots Conceded Average shots conceded within 15s of losing the ball per match. ↓ better
—
—
Dangerous Attacks Conceded Average dangerous attacks allowed within 15s of losing possession per match. ↓ better
—
—
Vulnerability Index Composite score (0–1) of how exposed this team is within 15s of losing the ball. Lower = better at preventing transition attacks. Lower = better transition defence
Corinthians 0.00
Cruzeiro 0.00
Corinthians
Cruzeiro
Window = 15s post-possession change
Index = 0–1 composite score

PRESSURE INDEX

Momentum phases from smoothed minute-by-minute pressure.

  • CRZ had peak pressure around 6'.
  • CRZ started the game with stronger pressure.
  • Both teams' pressure dropped after the 30th minute.
CTH Pressure CRZ Pressure
⚡
Pressure Index: CRZ reached the top pressure at 6' (19.86).

Team Head to Head Last 6 Seasons

Summary of 5 matches between these sides — filtered by competition and venue context.

Corinthians CTH Home
5 matches
Cruzeiro CRZ Away
Match Record
1
Wins
2
2
Draws
2
2
Losses
1
Goals
4
Goals Scored
8
8
Goals Conceded
4
-4
Goal Difference
+4
Expected Goals
0
xG
0
0
xGA
0

Data last updated: 2026-08-16T22:00:21+00:00

PLAYERS CURRENTLY PLAYING

Match Formation 4-2-3-1
Match Formation 4-2-3-1
Pitch

General Information

Date & Time
Aug 16, 2026, 10:30 PM
Competition
2026 Serie A, Brazil · Round 23 · Regular Season
Stadium
Arena Corinthians
Capacity
49205
Pitch Surface
Grass
Weather
☀️ 12°C, Fair
Referees
Davi de Oliveira Lacerda
Thiago Americano Labes
Douglas Pagung
Bruno Mota Correia

CONCLUSION

At this live stage, the run of play and underlying metrics suggest a in line path versus pre-match expectations. Projection alignment is neutral, while efficiency indicators are in line with. The remainder should be decided by execution in transitions and set plays.