Cruzeiro 1-1 Atletico-MG: result and AI prediction

AI match recap

This is a high-stakes Mineiro derby with Cruzeiro holding home advantage but Atlético arriving in durable form. Artur Jorge has key starters refreshed and Jonathan Jesus back in defence, while the visitors’ defensive availability is the bigger concern. Expect a tense first leg shaped by midfield duels, set-pieces and whether Matheus Pereira can receive facing goal. Atlético’s transition threats keep the tie live throughout, especially if Cruzeiro commit both full-backs forward.

Head-to-head analysis

The last ten supplied derbies are balanced overall, with each side taking three wins and four matches ending level. Cruzeiro’s most relevant cup memory is a pair of clean-sheet wins over Atlético-MG in the previous Copa do Brasil tie.

Injuries and absences

Cruzeiro’s long-term losses of Gabriel Pec and Luis Sinisterra reduce their wing depth, but Jonathan Jesus’s return strengthens the starting defensive structure. Atlético-MG’s reported absences, particularly Lyanco, put more strain on their central defensive organisation; Scarpa’s final status remains unresolved in late reports.

Form (last 5)

Cruzeiro vs Atletico-MG stats

Last meetings

• 2026-05-03Cruzeiro 1-3 Atletico-MG
• 2026-03-08Cruzeiro 1-0 Atletico-MG
• 2026-01-25Atletico-MG 2-1 Cruzeiro
• 2025-10-16Atletico-MG 1-1 Cruzeiro
• 2025-09-11Cruzeiro 2-0 Atletico-MG
• 2025-08-27Atletico-MG 0-2 Cruzeiro

Other Copa Do Brasil matches

• Palmeiras – Santos
• Vasco DA Gama – Vitoria
• Internacional – Gremio