Coritiba vs Flamengo Prediction: Flamengo under pressure to win

This week, Flamengo secured their ticket to the final of the Copa do Brasil, where they will face São Paulo. Curiously enough, they were the Scarlet-Black's last opponents in the Brasileirão, in a game that ended in a draw. Flamengo had previously suffered a heavy 3-0 defeat in Cuiabá, so the Cariocas haven't won two league games in a row. Qualifying for the cup final could reassure the team, who is working under a lot of pressure due to the recent poor results and disciplinary problems. After a magnificent recovery, climbing from last place to outside the relegation zone, Coritiba has suffered three defeats in a row and lowered their confidence levels again.

Coritiba

Three defeats in a row have put the Coxa in 18th place, four points off the first team outside the Z4. A point against Flamengo would be encouraging for a side that seems to be feeling the effects of recent defeats. Coritiba's last win came at home to Fluminense, in a game in which the home side outplayed one of the best teams in the Brasileirão. The players need to believe again that it's possible to escape relegation.

Expected opening lineup for Coritiba

Gabriel; Diogo Batista, Kuscevic, Henrique, Jamerson; Fransérgio ; Bruno Gomes, Sebastian Gómez , Robson, Marcelino Moreno; Diogo Oliveira.

Flamengo

The Vulture is in fourth place in the league, tied with Bragantino. Leader Botafogo is fifteen points ahead, and it seems impossible for Flamengo to catch up with their rivals. However, a big club like Flamengo must always play to win as part of their greatness. Away from home, the Cariocas have the fourth-best record with 14 points. The fans are hoping for 17 away points at the end of this round.

Expected opening lineup for Flamengo

Matheus Cunha, Wesley, Fabrício Bruno, Léo Pereira, Filipe Luís; Erick Pulgar, Allan, Gerson, Arrascaeta; Bruno Henrique, Gabriel Barbosa.

Expert Betting Tips

Flamengo is the favorite for this match. The team will be in the final of the Copa do Brasil and can now concentrate on the league, as the Mengão is out of the Copa Libertadores. The victory over Grêmio in the cup semi-finals has taken some of the pressure off Jorge Sampaoli, who needs more wins to gain the fans' confidence.