Cruzeiro vs America MG: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Cruzeiro prepare to host America MG on February 8, 2026, with kick-off at 22:00, this BRAZIL: Mineiro 1 fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Cruzeiro, currently 2nd in the standings with 9 points from 6 games, are close to the leaders with only 3 points separating them. They've earned 3 points from 3 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 4 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 9 goals.

America MG, sitting 1st with 12 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 5 points from 3 games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins and 3 draws in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 3 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 5 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Cruzeiro and America MG have been competitive, ending in a 1-1 draw. The head-to-head record remains evenly balanced between the two sides.

In their previous league match against Betim, Cruzeiro recorded a 1-0 victory while lining up in a standard formation.

America MG's last outing came against URT, where they secured a 1-0 victory using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Cruzeiro are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Cruzeiro and America MG are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Cruzeiro's fixtures have averaged 2.9 goals per game, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. America MG's games average 1.8 goals, with 1 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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