Volta Redonda vs Fluminense RJ Prediction: Fluminense to Start Positively and Carry the Momentum Forward

In the upcoming fixture of the Campeonato Carioca Serie A, Semi-final Leg 1, Volta Redonda will take on Fluminense at the Estádio Municipal General Raulino de Oliveira. After competitive 11 matches, we have Volta Redonda and Fluminense competing against each other for a spot in the final of Carioca Serie A. The last time these two teams played against each other, Volta Redonda won 1-0. However, the advantage will be favoring Fluminense, as it has won 5 consecutive matches. 

Going in the matchup, Volta Redonda is coming off a high-scoring draw against Boavista (3-3) in which Luizinho, Bruno Barra, and Luciano Naninho scored goals. Carrying the constant goal-scoring form forward, Volta Redonda will look to maximize the scoring rate in leg 1 of the semi-final. Volta Redonda has managed to score at least one goal in its last 10 matches in Carioca Serie A. With a goal-scoring average of 2.20 goals when playing at home, Volta Redonda will be fancying its chances to score at least 2 goals against Fluminense. However, the conceding average is also 1.60 goals, which will be a concern for the home team. A win in the first leg will give a certain advantage before the 2nd leg. 

• Leanderson da Silva
• Luciano Naninho
• Bruno Barra

Going in the matchup, Fluminense is coming off a win against Flamengo (1-2) in which German Cano and Gabriel Pirani scored goals in the 53rd and 85th minute of play. Moreover, Felipe Melo was issued a red card in the 90th minute of play. Fluminense has scored 2 or more goals in its last five matches, which is why Fluminense will be fancying their chances for winning and dominating the scoreline. There have been no losses for Fluminense in 22 of the last 25 Carioca matches. With 15 goals scored in the last 5 matches played, Fluminense averages 3.0 goals per game. 

• Jhon Arias
• German Cano
• Gabriel Pirani

Going in the fixture, Fluminense will stand as the favorite irrespective of any situation. In the tournament, we have seen German Cano and Jhon Arias contributing to the team’s success, which is why Fluminense is likely to score at least 2 or more goals. I am backing Fluminense to win and score over 2 goals for winning seamlessly. Volta Redonda is also looking competitive and is likely to score a goal. Hence, the final scoreline is expected to be over 2.5 goals (1-2).

• Total Over 2.5 for 1.85
• Both Teams to Score - Yes for 1.832
• Fluminense to Win for 1.65