Football Result

Kaio Jorge 4'
Antonio Galeano 39', 60'


Verification of the Result Prediction
Win
Draw
Win
58.7%
24.2%
17.2%
That's quite a surprise.
Power Comparison in the League
0.594
0.393
Game Stats
Goals
1
2
Shots on Target
4
3
Shots
16
9
Possession
63.8%
36.2%
Fouls
8
11
Yellow Cards
0
1
Red Cards
0
0
Corners
10
3
Offsides
0
4
Saves
1
3
Team Formations
4-2-3-1
4-1-4-1


Location
Estadio Mineirao, Belo Horizonte, Brazil
Estimated Goal Scoring Chance
Recent Matches before the game
Cruzeiro
D W W W D
Ceara
L L L W D
2025-07-28 | Game Summary

The Brazilian Serie A match between Cruzeiro and Ceara on 2025-07-27 at Estadio Mineirao ended in a 1-2 victory for Ceara, defying the AI's pre-game prediction of a Cruzeiro win. The AI model did not expect a balanced game, with a predicted 58.7% win probability for Cruzeiro and only 17.2% for Ceara.
Kaio Jorge put Cruzeiro ahead early in the 4th minute. However, Antonio Galeano scored twice for Ceara, in the 39th and 60th minutes, securing the away win. Cruzeiro dominated possession with 63.8%, but Ceara were more clinical, converting their chances effectively. Cruzeiro had more shots (16 vs 9) but fewer on target (4 vs 3).
Cruzeiro's recent form before this game was strong, with three wins and two draws in their last five league games. Before this game, Ceara had been struggling, with four losses and one win in their last five games. Analyzing previous head-to-head games, the teams have been quite competitive, but previous matches occurred a while ago.
Looking ahead, Cruzeiro will play Botafogo away. Botafogo's form is solid, with two wins and two draws in their last five league games. Cruzeiro's recent loss might impact their confidence. The last head to head games shows Cruzeiro with a slight advantage.
Ceara will host Flamengo, a much tougher opponent, in their next game. Flamengo's recent form is much better than Ceara's, with four wins in their last five games. This victory against Cruzeiro could provide a morale boost for Ceara, but it will not be enough to put them on par with Flamengo.
Considering the game events and statistics, Ceara's victory was somewhat against the run of play, but their efficiency in front of goal made the difference. Antonio Galeano's goals were crucial and highlighted Ceara's ability to capitalize on their opportunities. The result indicates that pre-game predictions are not always accurate and can be influenced by individual performances and tactical adjustments. This win breaks Ceara's negative trend and shows them to have a chance of improving. It remains to be seen whether they will be able to carry that momentum forward.

2025-07-26 | Pre-game insights

On 2025-07-27, Cruzeiro will face Ceara at Estadio Mineirao in Belo Horizonte. AI predicts a Cruzeiro victory in this Brazilian Serie A match. Cruzeiro has a 58.7% chance of winning, according to the algorithm. Their recent form has been strong, with attacker Bruno Rodrigues leading the charge. Meanwhile, Ceara's chances are slim, with only a 17.2% probability of winning. Cruzeiro's midfielder Matheus Pereira is expected to control the game's tempo. A draw is deemed relatively unlikely, at 24.2%. The AI model gives Cruzeiro a strength rate of 0.594, compared to Ceara's 0.393.