Fortaleza vs Flamengo Prediction: Can Flamengo Enter the Top Three Standings?

In the upcoming game of Brazil Serie A, round 28, Fortaleza will play against Flamengo at the Arena Castelao in Fortaleza. With Fortaleza playing at home, we can expect fans to turn in large quantum to support their home side and local players. According to the table standings of now, Fortaleza stands 14th with 8 wins and 31 points from 27 games played in the contest so far. On the other hand, Flamengo stands 4th with 13 wins and 45 points in the Brazil Serie A. The last time these two sides played against each other, Fortaleza won 1-2, surprising everyone.

Fortaleza - Making Late but Reasonable Progress (WWLLD)

Going in the game against Flamengo, Fortaleza is coming off a draw against Juventude (1-1), in which it got lucky and got the own goal. Before that Fortaleza lost to Fluminense (2-1) and Botafogo (1-3). With a goal-scoring average of 0.9 goals per game, Fortaleza will look to play with a semi-defensive approach. For Fortaleza, Juninho Capixaba will be leading the attack with a 4-3-3 formation. Vieira, Robson, and Galhardo will also add value to the attack against Flamengo.

Expected Opening Lineup for Fortaleza

Miguel; Capixaba, Titi, Benevenuto, Britez; Vargas, Ze Welison, Lima; Moises, Robson, Romarinho

Flamengo - Coming off a Defeat Against Fluminense (LWDWD)

Flamengo has done quite well to stay in the top five standings of the ongoing Serie A contest; however, it needs to stay a bit more consistent to make it through to the next stage. Going in the game, Flamengo is coming off a defeat against Fluminense (1-2). Before that, Flamengo won against Sao Paulo (1-0), in which Giorgian De Arrascaeta scored the only goal of the match. With a goal-scoring average of 1.6 goals per game, Flamengo will play with a 4-3-1-2 formation. Much will depend on the likes of Barbosa and Pedro as the game time approaches. 

Expected Opening Lineup for Flamengo

Santos; Rodinei, Luiz, Pereira, Luis; Maia; Ribeiro, Gomes; Vidal; Barbosa, Pedro

Expert Betting Tips

Going in the game, Flamengo will be the favorite to win and score at least 2 or more goals. The expected score line is likely to be 1-2, and both teams to score. Flamengo might make a couple of changes in the 2nd half of play, and look to win comprehensively.

• Flamengo to Win for 2.16
• Both Teams to Score - Yes for 1.86
• Total Over 2.5 for 2.1