Flamengo vs Palmeiras – Match Preview

This Saturday, August 11th, at the iconic Maracana Stadium, Flamengo will host Palmeiras. The match is set for 19:00 GMT. Flamengo, currently second in Serie A with 40 points from 20 matches, is in a strong position. Palmeiras is not far behind, with 37 points from 21 games. A victory for Palmeiras could see them overtake Flamengo. Both teams have performed beyond expectations this season. This match is crucial for Flamengo to continue their title chase and for Palmeiras to shake up the standings.

Flamengo – Form

Flamengo has shown solid form at home, winning two of their last three matches. They defeated Palmeiras 2-0 in a Cup tournament on July 31. This victory was followed by a 2-0 win against Atletico GO in Serie A on July 28. However, they faced a 1-0 defeat to Palmeiras in their most recent match on August 7. These outcomes were in line with bookmakers’ expectations, showing Flamengo’s consistent performance at home.

Palmeiras – Form

Palmeiras has had varied results in their recent matches. They won against Flamengo 1:0 in a Cup tournament match on August 7, 2024. Before this, they drew 1:1 with Internacional in a Serie A match on August 4. Rony scored the equalizer late in the game. Their match against Flamengo on July 31 ended in a 2:0 defeat. These results matched the bookmakers’ predictions.

Flamengo – Palmeiras – Head to Head

The last match between Flamengo and Palmeiras was on August 7, 2024. Palmeiras won 1:0 in a closely contested Cup match. Flamengo has won 4 of their last 10 matches against Palmeiras. In the last five encounters, both teams scored in only one match. Flamengo has a strong home record against Palmeiras, winning 5 of the last 6 matches without conceding a goal. They have scored in 17 of the last 18 home games, indicating the Maracana could be a stronghold again.

Flamengo – Palmeiras – Standings

The 22nd round of Serie A at the Maracana presents an exciting clash. Flamengo is in 2nd place with 40 points from 20 matches. They have scored 34 goals. Palmeiras is in 4th place with 37 points from 21 matches. Their goal difference indicates a strong defense. This match is pivotal for both teams’ seasons.

Flamengo vs Palmeiras – Top scorers

Pedro leads Flamengo’s attack with 10 goals this season. Bruno Henrique and Luiz Araujo have contributed 4 and 3 goals, respectively. Giorgian De Arrascaeta and David Luiz have also been key, scoring 3 and 2 goals. Palmeiras counters with Jose Lopez and Estevao, each with 5 goals. Rony has added 4 goals. Lazaro and Joaquin Piquerez have each scored 2 goals, showing the team’s scoring versatility.

Flamengo vs Palmeiras – Full-Time Betting

Flamengo is favored by bookmakers with odds at 2.00 for a win. A draw is at 3.25, and Palmeiras’ win is set at 4.00. Flamengo’s strong home record and league position give them an advantage. Palmeiras will miss Dudu and Richard Rios due to injury and suspension. The “halftime-fulltime” and “draw-no-bet” markets offer interesting options for bettors. The “double-chance” market is also available for those seeking lower risk.

Flamengo vs Palmeiras – Over/Under Betting

The odds for “Over 2.5” goals are at 2.05, and “Under 2.5” goals are at 1.75. Flamengo and Palmeiras have typically had low-scoring matches, with 14 of their last 16 meetings seeing fewer than 3.5 goals. Flamengo’s strong attack and Palmeiras’ solid defense suggest a close match. The “Under 2.5” option at 1.75 is appealing for a tight game.

Flamengo vs Palmeiras – BTTS Betting

The odds for both teams to score are 1.80 for “Yes” and 1.95 for “No.” In their last 10 matches, both teams scored in only 3 games. Flamengo’s defense has been strong at home, and Palmeiras has struggled to score in recent visits. The “BTTS: No” option at 1.95 is likely for this match.

Flamengo vs Palmeiras – Prediction