Fluminense vs LDU Quito prediction and betting tips on March 1, 2024
During the early hours of Friday, March 1st, Fluminense will host LDU Quito in the return leg match of the Copa Sudamericana at home. The match is set to kick off at 1:30 Central European Time. By the way, the first encounter concluded with a narrow victory for LDU Quito, 1-0.
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Fluminense
The Brazilian side will welcome their opponent on home turf. In the initial fixture, they suffered a 0-1 defeat, conceding a goal in stoppage time and thus settling for a draw. Additionally, Fluminense currently occupies the second position in the Carioca tournament, amassing 21 points from ten matches. They will compete in the semifinals against Botafogo. In their previous five matches, the Brazilian outfit secured victory in only two encounters, suffered two defeats, and recorded one draw.
LDU Quito
The Ecuadorian team has yet to commence their domestic championship. The Ecuadorian Serie A will commence next week, on March 5th, with LDU Quito hosting Macará in the opening fixture. It's worth mentioning that LDU Quito emerged as the champions in the previous season of the Serie A. In their last five matches, they clinched four victories and settled for a draw once. However, it's noteworthy that they have only played two matches this year, winning both.
Interesting facts about the match and head-to-head history
- Fluminense and LDU Quito have had a considerable number of face-offs. In their last five encounters, the Ecuadorian team emerged victorious thrice, while the Brazilian side won twice.
Fluminense vs LDU Quito prediction
Fluminense will undoubtedly seek to challenge their opponent, hence the minimal advantage held by LDU Quito does not guarantee anything for the Ecuadorians. Playing at home will serve as a strong incentive for the Brazilian team to secure victory. However, I'll wager not on the outcome but on the goal tally. Fluminense will score at least 1.5 goals at odds of 1.6.
