Palmeiras vs Flamengo Prediction: Both Teams Carrying an Unbeaten Run

With Palmeiras taking on Flamengo in the upcoming round of Brazil Serie A, we have a sitter of a contest to predict and place bets on. Allianz Parque is all set to host the game of the season, with the two equally matched teams taking on each other what is the decider between the two top teams of the circuit. With 14 wins and 48 points, Palmeiras leads the Brazil Serie A standings with 48 points. Whereas Flamengo stands a spot below at 2nd with 39 points. With Palmeiras in the driving seat and dominating the contest, we can expect Flamengo to make efforts and draw the game in the first place. 

With an unbeaten run in the last 5 games played and 48 points in the contest, Palmeiras seem totally in control of Brazil Serie A. Going in the game against Flamengo, Palmeiras is coming off a win against Corinthians (0-1) which turned out to be pretty exciting as Corinthians managed to restrict Palmeiras to 0-1 score line. With an above-par goal-scoring average of 1.7 goals per game, Palmeiras are expected to look comfortable against Flamengo. Gustavo Scarpa will move along the wing, creating random goal-scoring opportunities for his side.

• Roni
• Gustavo Scarpa
• Gustavo Gomez
• Dudu

With five consecutive wins under the belt, Flamengo is likely to come out strong against the potential favorites, Palmeiras. Going in the contest, Flamengo is coming off a win against Paranaense (0-1). Moreover, it also managed to defeat Paranaense (5-0) before that, at home. With a goal-scoring average of 1.7 goals per game, similar to what Palmeiras have at the moment, Flamengo seems ready for the challenge. Giorgian De Arrascaeta will be in the main frame to score goals, keeping the opposition’s defenders on their feet.

• Giorgian De Arrascaeta
• Everton Ribeiro
• Pedro
• Lazaro

Going in the game, both teams have the same game form and goal-scoring average. I will be predicting a draw with both teams to score one goal each. Flamengo looks a little stronger than Palmeiras, statistically. 

• Draw for 3.52
• Both Teams to Score - Yes for 1.77
• Correct Score 1-1 for 6