Flamengo vs Bahia prediction and betting tips - June 21, 2024
One of the matches of the 10th round of the Brazilian Championship will be played on Friday in Rio de Janeiro, where local Flamengo will host Bahia at the "Maracanã" stadium. Here is a prediction for this match from the Dailysports team of experts.
Flamengo
The "Red and Blacks" have started the new season of the Brazilian Serie A successfully and currently occupy second place in the standings. In nine matches played, Flamengo has accumulated 18 points, securing five victories with only one defeat. In the last round, Flamengo played away against Atletico Paranaense and salvaged a draw in the 90+9th minute. Prior to that, the "Vultures" had won three consecutive matches in the Brazilian Championship. As for their home record, in four matches, Flamengo has achieved three victories with one defeat.
Bahia
The "Tricolors" finished last season in 16th place, but they have started the new Brazilian Championship very successfully. After nine matches played, the team is in fourth place in the standings, with 18 points. Bahia is just two points behind the league leaders, Botafogo. It is also noteworthy that in nine matches, Bahia has suffered only one defeat, securing five victories. In the last round, Bahia played away against Criciúma and drew 2-2. Regarding their away record, in five matches, the "Tricolors" have secured only one victory and suffered just one defeat.
Interesting facts about the match and head-to-head history
- Flamengo defeated Bahia in both encounters last season – 3-2 away and 1-0 at home.
- Flamengo's winning streak against this opponent spans seven matches.
- Only in one of the last four matches have both teams scored.
Flamengo vs Bahia Prediction
Flamengo has had a strong start, but they will be facing an equally well-started opponent. Nevertheless, Flamengo's home statistics against the "Tricolors" are impressive, so our bet is "Flamengo to win" with odds of 1.66.
