Cuiaba vs Flamengo – Match Preview

In a crucial Serie A clash at the Arena Pantanal, Cuiaba will face Flamengo on Monday, November 20th. The game starts at 22:00 GMT. Cuiaba, in 19th place with 29 points, is fighting for survival. Flamengo, in 4th place with 59 points, aims to strengthen their high league position. Both teams are determined to change their current paths. Cuiaba wants to escape the threat of relegation. Flamengo seeks to continue their strong season finish.

Cuiaba – Form

Cuiaba’s recent home performances have been disappointing. Their last game on October 28, 2024, against Corinthians, ended in a 0:1 loss. This result was expected by bookmakers. A penalty by Memphis Depay decided the match. Before this, they faced a close defeat to Vasco da Gama, with Hugo Moura scoring the only goal. Their match before that ended in a 0:0 draw with Red Bull Bragantino. These results show a concerning trend, aligning with bookmakers’ predictions.

Flamengo – Form

Flamengo has shown impressive form away from home, winning two of their last three away games. They secured a win against Cruzeiro in Serie A on November 7th, with David Luiz scoring the decisive goal. Before this, they won 1-0 against Atletico MG in the Cup. Their latest match, a Serie A game against Atletico MG on November 13th, ended in a draw. This result was anticipated by bookmakers.

Cuiaba – Flamengo – Head to Head

The last match between Cuiaba and Flamengo ended in a 1:1 draw on July 6, 2024. In their past 7 meetings, Flamengo has won 4 times, while Cuiaba has secured a single victory. This indicates Flamengo’s upper hand in these encounters. In 3 of the last 5 games, both teams scored. Notably, the total goals were under 3.5 in their last 7 matches. Cuiaba has struggled against Flamengo, with only 1 win in their last 7 attempts, despite scoring in their last 4 matches.

Cuiaba – Flamengo – Standings

As Round 34 approaches, Cuiaba and Flamengo’s standings are starkly different. Cuiaba is 19th with 29 points from 33 matches. They are facing relegation fears with a -16 goal difference. Flamengo is in a much better position, 4th with 59 points and a +14 goal difference. This 30-point gap highlights the challenges Cuiaba faces against Flamengo’s Champions League ambitions.

Cuiaba vs Flamengo – Top scorers

Cuiaba’s Isidro Pitta leads their scoring with 7 goals. Clayson, another midfielder, has added 5 goals. Forwards Derik Lacerda and Ramon, along with Jonathan Cafu, have also contributed. Flamengo’s attack is spearheaded by Pedro, who has scored 11 goals. Midfielders Bruno Henrique and Giorgian De Arrascaeta have each added 5 goals. Defender David Luiz and midfielder Gerson have scored 3 goals each.

Cuiaba vs Flamengo – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor Flamengo, with odds of 1.85 for an away win. Cuiaba, with odds of 4.20, aims to surprise as the underdog. Despite missing key players, Flamengo is expected to have the upper hand. The odds for a draw are 3.50. The “halftime-fulltime” market and the “draw-no-bet” market offer interesting options for bettors. The “double-chance” market for a Flamengo win or draw is priced at 1.286.

Cuiaba vs Flamengo – Over/Under Betting

The odds for “Over 2.5” goals are 2.40, and for “Under 2.5” goals, 1.533. The history between Cuiaba and Flamengo suggests fewer than 3.5 goals in their encounters. Cuiaba has conceded 41 goals, yet they’ve scored in their last four matches against Flamengo. Flamengo’s recent games have varied in goal numbers. The “Under 2.5” option seems cautious, while “Over 2.5” could appeal to those expecting an offensive display.

Cuiaba vs Flamengo – BTTS Betting

The odds for both teams to score stand at 2.20. This reflects a moderate chance of this outcome. Both teams scored in three of their last seven matches. Cuiaba has managed to score in their last four meetings with Flamengo. Given the scoring trends of both teams, “BTTS: Yes” at 2.20 seems plausible for this match.

Cuiaba vs Flamengo – Prediction