As the Brasileirão season heats up, Cruzeiro and Juventude are gearing up for a pivotal match at the Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto in Belo Horizonte. With both teams looking to improve their standings, this encounter promises to be an intriguing battle.
Team News Injury and Lineups
Cruzeiro enters the match with some key absences. Álvaro Barreal is suspended after accumulating yellow cards, while injuries sideline Juan Dinenno and Marlon. Manager Fernando Seabra will need to reshuffle his lineup accordingly.
Cruzeiro Predicted Lineups (4-2-3-1): Arthur Gomes, William, João Marcelo, Kaiki, Zé Ivaldo, Lucas Romero, Matheus Pereira, Kaio Jorge, Gabriel Veron, Lucas Silva, Cássio
Juventude also faces selection challenges. Rodrigo Sam and Jádson are suspended, while injuries rule out Edson Carioca, Renan, and Marcelinho. New manager Jair Ventura will need to be creative with his team selection.
Juventude Predicted Lineups (4-3-3): Jean Carlos, Gabriel Inocêncio, Luís Oyama, Lucas Barbosa, Gabriel Vasconcelos, Caique Gonçalves, Erick Farias, Zé Marcos, João Lucas, Lucas Freitas, Gabriel Taliari
Recent Form and Standings
Cruzeiro currently sits in 7th place with 29 points from 17 matches. They’ve won 9 games, drawn 2, and lost 6. Their recent form has been somewhat inconsistent, with 3 wins and 2 losses in their last 5 league matches. The team will be eager to bounce back from their recent 2-0 defeat against Palmeiras.
Juventude occupies the 12th spot with 21 points from 16 games. They’ve won 5, drawn 6, and lost 5. The team is unbeaten in their last 4 matches across all competitions, with 3 draws and 1 win. Their most recent result was a goalless draw against São Paulo.
Head-to-Head
Historical encounters between these two sides have been closely contested. Juventude has had the upper hand in recent meetings, going undefeated in their last 5 matches against Cruzeiro across all competitions. Notably, there have been fewer than 2.5 goals scored in 8 of the last 9 clashes between these teams.
Key Players to Watch
For Cruzeiro, Matheus Pereira has been a standout performer with 6 goals and 2 assists in the league. William has also been crucial, providing 5 assists from his defensive position.
Juventude will look to Jean Carlos and Lucas Barbosa for offensive inspiration, with both players having netted 4 goals each in the Brasileirão campaign.
Where to Watch
Fans in Brazil can catch the action on Premiere, while international viewers in the USA and Canada can tune in via Fanatiz. The match kicks off at 10:00 PM local time on July 24, 2024.
Live stream details for other countries:
Brazil: Zapping, Claro TV+, Amazon Prime Video, Sky+, Vivo Play, Premiere
Chile: MEGOGO
Russia: matchtv.ru, Sportbox.ru, Match! Football 2
Prediction
Given Cruzeiro’s strong home record and Juventude’s struggles on the road, the hosts appear to have a slight edge. However, Juventude’s recent unbeaten run and their historical success against Cruzeiro make this a tough match to call.
Expect a closely fought contest with both teams eager to secure crucial points. Cruzeiro’s home advantage could prove decisive, but don’t be surprised if Juventude manages to snatch a point.
Cruzeiro vs Juventude Predicted Score: Cruzeiro 2-1 Juventude
As the Brasileirão season progresses, this match could have significant implications for both teams’ ambitions. With the stakes high and both sides dealing with absences, it’s set to be an enthralling encounter at the Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto.
Also Read:
