Cruzeiro vs Mirassol Prediction: Cruzeiro hosts a newcomer

Cruzeiro looks highly motivated this season, thanks to heavy investment in its squad. Gabriel Barbosa, who arrived from Flamengo, is the big signing for the Belo Horizonte club. The new coach, the Portuguese Leonardo Jardim, has vast international experience, including winning championships in France, Greece, and Saudi Arabia. The Miners' first game is against Mirassol, which is in Brazil's top division for the first time.

Cruzeiro

Despite a stronger squad this year, the Fox failed to win the Campeonato Mineiro, having been eliminated in the semi-finals by América on a penalty shoot-out. Cruzeiro's great rival, Atlético, who also invested heavily this season, took the trophy. Along with Gabigol, Cruzeiro also signed defender Fabrício Bruno from Flamengo. Winger Dudu, who won several titles with Palmeiras, is another significant addition to Leonardo Jardim's side. The team is still learning new routines, but the fans are hoping for a win against Mirassol.

Mirassol

For the first time, the club from the São Paulo state will be among the best in Brazilian football. Escaping relegation won't be easy, but the club has signed several experienced Série A players, such as Walter, Empereur, and Reinaldo, who can help their teammates. The Lion already changed coaches during the Campeonato Paulista. Mirassol's board resigned Eduardo Barroca's contract, but Baitello, the interim coach, couldn't avoid a defeat in the quarter-finals against Corinthians. The new commander is Rafael Guanaes, who will surely be satisfied with a draw against Cruzeiro.

History of Head-to-Heads

Serie A 2025

30.03.25

Cruzeiro

2 - 1

Mirassol

Expert Betting Tips

The two teams have never met in official matches, but Cruzeiro is the clear favorite, as it plays at home, has better players, and possesses a great deal of experience in the competition, in contrast to Mirassol. The visitors will be making their Série A debut, and it will be a surprise if they bring home points. Nothing is certain in Brazilian football, but I'm backing a Cruzeiro win with a maximum of four goals scored in the game to boost the odds.