Corinthians vs Flamengo – Match Preview

Corinthians will host Flamengo at the Neo Quimica Arena on Saturday, September 1st. The game is set to start at 19:00 GMT. Currently, Corinthians is in 18th place with 22 points and is in dire need of a victory. Flamengo, in contrast, is in 4th place with 44 points and is looking to strengthen their high standing. This Round 25 game is crucial for both teams, making it an exciting event for fans.

Corinthians – Form

Corinthians has been facing challenges recently, with their last three games not going as hoped. They lost 2:1 to Juventude in the Cup on August 29th. Before that, they were defeated 1:0 by Fortaleza in Serie A. Another loss was against Red Bull Bragantino, with a score of 2:1. These results were in line with expectations, but the team is eager to turn things around in their next game.

Flamengo – Form

Flamengo has had varied results in their recent matches. They won 1:0 against Bahia in the Cup on August 29, 2024, exceeding expectations. A 2:1 victory over Red Bull Bragantino in Serie A followed. However, they faced a 1:0 defeat by Bolivar in the Copa Libertadores. These outcomes matched the predictions made by bookmakers.

Corinthians – Flamengo – Head to Head

Flamengo won 2:0 against Corinthians in their last Serie A meeting on May 11, 2024. Flamengo has won six out of their last ten encounters, with Corinthians winning twice and two games ending in a draw. The last five matchups saw three games where neither team scored. Corinthians has struggled against Flamengo, with difficulties in 16 of their last 18 matches. The last 10 games between them have mostly been low-scoring, with under 3.5 goals.

Corinthians – Flamengo – Standings

The 25th round of Serie A shows Corinthians in 18th place with 22 points from 24 matches. Flamengo is in a better position, in 4th place with 44 points from 23 matches. The 22-point difference highlights Corinthians’ urgent need for a win. Flamengo, meanwhile, aims to maintain their strong position.

Corinthians vs Flamengo – Top scorers

Yuri Alberto leads Corinthians’ attack with 4 goals this season. Caca, a defender, and Rodrigo Garro, a forward, each have scored 3 goals. Angel Romero and Wesley, both forwards, have added two goals each. For Flamengo, Pedro is the top scorer with 10 goals. Bruno Henrique and Giorgian De Arrascaeta have contributed 5 and 4 goals, respectively. Luiz Araujo has scored 3 goals, and David Luiz has 2 goals, showcasing Flamengo’s balanced attack.

Corinthians vs Flamengo – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor an away win for Flamengo with odds of 2.50. Corinthians’ odds stand at 3.00 for a win, and a draw is at 3.10. Despite Corinthians’ strong home record, their current Serie A standing raises concerns. Flamengo, being 4th, is the favorite. The absence of Paulinho and Igor Coronado may affect Corinthians’ performance.

For alternative bets, Flamengo at 3.25 to lead at halftime and win could interest some. The “draw-no-bet” option for Flamengo at 1.727 offers a safer bet. The “double-chance” market gives odds of 1.364 for a Flamengo win or draw, indicating their advantage in this matchup.

Corinthians vs Flamengo – Over/Under Betting

The over/under market is intriguing, given the teams’ positions and past performances. The “Over 2.5” odds are at 2.35, but the “Under 2.5” at 1.571 seems more appealing. This is due to the trend of low-scoring games between these teams and their recent forms.

Corinthians vs Flamengo – BTTS Betting

The “BTTS: Yes” odds are set at 2.00, indicating a moderate chance of both teams scoring. However, their history and recent performances suggest “BTTS: No” at 1.75 might be the better bet. Both teams have shown strong defenses, making a low-scoring game likely.

Corinthians vs Flamengo – Prediction