Expert Overview: Santos FC vs Cruzeiro
The upcoming match between Santos FC and Cruzeiro, scheduled for December 7, 2025, at 19:00, presents an intriguing set of betting opportunities. Both teams have shown a balanced offensive and defensive record, with an average of 3.06 total goals per game. The predictions suggest a cautious approach in the first half, with high probabilities for both teams not scoring. As the match progresses, over 1.5 goals becomes a more favorable bet, indicating potential action in the second half.
Santos FC
Cruzeiro
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Predictions:
| Market | Prediction | Odd | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half | 94.10% | (3-0) 2-0 1H 1.14 | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half | 74.30% | (3-0) 1-0 2H 1.20 | |
| Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 72.80% | (3-0) | |
| Over 4.5 Cards | 70.70% | (3-0) | |
| Under 2.5 Goals | 67.70% | (3-0) 1.91 | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half | 69.80% | (3-0) | |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 62.70% | (3-0) 1.30 | |
| Both Teams Not to Score | 62.70% | (3-0) 1.65 | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 61.40% | (3-0) | |
| Home Team To Score In 2nd Half | 62.20% | (3-0) | |
| Over 5.5 Cards | 58.10% | (3-0) | |
| Over 0.5 Goals HT | 57.80% | (3-0) 2-0 1H 1.36 | |
| Yellow Cards | 3.91% | (3-0) | |
| Avg. Total Goals | 2.56% | (3-0) | |
| Avg. Goals Scored | 2.34% | (3-0) | |
| Avg. Conceded Goals | 1.22% | (3-0) | |
| Red Cards | 1.19% | (3-0) |
Betting Predictions
- Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half: 94.30
- Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half: 69.40
- Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half: 70.20
- Over 4.5 Cards: 72.10
- Under 2.5 Goals: 67.20
- Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half: 65.90
- Over 1.5 Goals: 64.60
- Both Teams Not to Score: 60.80
- Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half: 63.10
- Home Team To Score In 2nd Half: 62.90
- Over 5.5 Cards: 60.50
- Over 0.5 Goals HT: 57.80
Cards and Goals Statistics
The match is expected to be disciplined yet competitive, with an average of 3.11 yellow cards and 0.69 red cards anticipated. Offensively, both teams are projected to score an average of 1.44 goals while conceding around 1.62 goals each.
Prediction Insights
The cautious opening half suggests focusing on bets like “Both Teams Not To Score In the First Half” due to its high probability of success (94.30). As the game progresses, the likelihood of seeing more goals increases, making “Over 1.5 Goals” a strategic bet in the second half (64.60). Additionally, the potential for overdrawn matches is reflected in the “Over 4.5 Cards” bet (72.10), indicating possible bookings.
