Flamengo vs Santos FC Prediction: An Easy Fixture for the Home Side

In the upcoming fixture of the Brazil Serie A, Matchday 34, Flamengo will take on Santos FC at the Maracanã stadium in Rio de Janeiro. Going in the game, Flamengo stands 3rd with 17 wins and 58 points from 33 games played so far in the contest. Santos FC on the other hand is holding itself tight in the 12th spot with 11 wins and 43 points from 33 games played. The last time these two sides took on each other, Flamengo won 1-2. Considering the stats, Flamengo will walk in as favorites to win and move up the table.

Flamengo - Coming off Three Consecutive Wins (WWWDW)

Going in the game, Flamengo is coming off a win against America MG (1-2), in which Matheus Franca and Everton scored goals in the first half of play. Flamengo focuses on scoring early goals to form a considerable pressure of the opposition. If Flamengo carries the same form and strategy forward they won’t face problems against Santos FC. With a goal scoring average of 1.6 goals per game, Flamengo will be looking to strike early and take the lead of 2-0 in the first half of play. Moreover, Flamengo has created 75 goal scoring opportunities in the season so far.

Important Players in Flamingo's Lineup

• Marinho
• Franca
• Diego

Santos FC - Coming off a Defeat Against Corinthians (LWWLL)

Going in the game, Santos FC is coming off a defeat against Corinthians (0-1) and a win over Red Bull Bragantino (0-2). With a goal scoring average of 1.2 goals per game, Santos FC will look to play with a balanced formation throughout the 90 minutes of play. For tomorrow, Lucas Barbosa will be benched due to a red card suspension, whereas Yeferson Soteldo will be missing out due to Thigh injury. Santos is likely to carry with the same 4-2-3-1 formation, giving the opposition a reasonable competition.

Important Players in Santos’ Lineup

• Carlos
• Felipe
• Gabriel

Expert Betting Tips

Going in the game, I will back Flamengo to win and secure three more win points. The game total is expected to be over 2.5 goals and both sides to score. The final score line is likely to be 2-1 or 3-1.

• Flamengo to Win for 1.60
• Total Over 2.5 for 2.01
• Carlos Sanchez To Score A Goal At Any Time - Yes for 6