Cruzeiro enters this match as the favorite for two key reasons.

First, their current form is strong they are unbeaten in their last four matches and have reignited their title hopes, now sitting just three points behind Flamengo.

On the other hand, Bragantino has been struggling. They have managed just one win in their last five games and are on a six-match losing streak away from home.

The head-to-head record also favors Cruzeiro, with two wins and a draw in the last three meetings, including a friendly.