Flamengo vs Fortaleza prediction and betting tips - July 12, 2024
One of the central matches of the 16th round of the Brazilian championship will be played on Friday in Rio de Janeiro, where local Flamengo will host Fortaleza at the "Maracanã" stadium. Here is the prediction for this match from the team of experts at Dailysports.
Flamengo
The "Red and Blacks" continue to exhibit splendid form, currently sitting at the top of the Brazilian Serie A standings. In 15 matches, Flamengo has amassed 31 points, securing 9 victories and suffering only two defeats. They are ahead of second-placed Botafogo by one point.
In the last round, Flamengo hosted Cuiabá and dropped points, drawing 1-1 against the relegation battlers, conceding a goal in the seventh minute of the first half. Overall, in the last five rounds, Flamengo has achieved three victories and suffered one defeat. In seven home matches, the "Red and Blacks" have recorded five wins and one loss.
Fortaleza
The "Tricolors" have been performing well in recent matches, climbing to eighth place in the Serie A standings. In 14 matches, the team has lost only three times, securing six victories. Juan Pablo Vojvoda's side is eight points behind the league leaders Flamengo, but with one less game played.
In the last round, Fortaleza hosted Fluminense and secured a 1-0 victory. This win was their third in the last four rounds of the Brazilian championship. In six away matches, Fortaleza has managed only one victory, with two draws and three defeats. They have been unable to win away in their last five outings.
Interesting facts about the match and head-to-head history
- Last season, Flamengo defeated Fortaleza twice with the same score of 2-0.
- Prior to that, Fortaleza won two consecutive matches in Serie A.
- The "Total Over 2.5" bet has been successful in three of the last five matches.
Flamengo vs Fortaleza Prediction
Bookmakers offer odds of 1.60 for Flamengo's victory. We believe that the favorite and league leader should secure three points in this encounter. Our bet is "Flamengo to win."
