Fluminense vs Fortaleza FC Prediction: Both Teams Favorite in Maracanã

In the upcoming fixture of the Brazil Serie A, Fluminense will play Fortaleza in Maracanã. Going in the game, Fluminense stands 5th with 12 wins and 42 points from 25 games played in the Series A contest. On the other hand, we have seen Fortaleza improving and displaying their best performance in the contest. With 8 wins and 30 points, Fortalezas stands 12th in the points table standings. Though Fluminese leads the head-to-head statistics, we have a game to witness. When the last time these two sides played in August, the game ended in a draw 2-2.

Going in the contest, Fluminense has been a little off color as it has managed to win only one game from its last 5 games played. Going in the matchup, Fluminense will look to learn from its mistakes made in the game against Athletico Paranaense (1-0). Fluminense is likely to continue playing with a 4-2-3-1 formation with Ganso, Arias, and Martins leading the side. With a goal-scoring average of 1.5 goals per game, Fluminense will look to defend at home and win. Fluminense is ranked 3rd at home this season, making them the favorite to win tomorrow.

• German Cano
• Jhon Arias
• Manoel Messias

To the astonishment of many, Fortaleza has improved its overall gameplay in the tournament. Though they lost to Botafogo (1-3) in the last game, they are an intact unit with all players gelling with the winning combination. With a goal-scoring average of 0.9 goals per game, Fortaleza will look to continue its unbeaten run in the away games.

• Moises Vieira
• Robson
• Juninho Capixaba

Going in the game, both sides are standing with a fair chance to win; however, the home advantage will favor the hosts. The game total is expected to be over 2.5, and Fortaleza to give tough competition to Fluminense.

• Fluminense to Win for 1.83
• Total Over 2.5 for 2.24
• Both Teams to Score - Yes for 2.0