Racing vs Flamengo Prediction: Tricolor holds the advantage

Racing vs Flamengo: Prediction and odds on the Match on 30 October 2025

Brazilian giants Flamengo are set to travel to Buenos Aires, Argentina, for the return leg of their Copa Sudamericana clash in what promises to be a thrilling Copa Libertadores semifinal clash. Flamengo head into this game on the back of a defeat in their last league game against Fortaleza, while Racing haven’t played any game since their last defeat to Flamengo in the first leg. With two of South America’s attacking teams going head-to-head, this showdown has all the makings of an unforgettable night. 

The first leg encounter was a cracker, with both teams giving the game all they had, and Flamengo eventually going home with the win courtesy of an own goal in the dead of the game. Both teams are meeting for the sixth time in this competition, and we can expect drama and goals from this encounter. Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

Racing: form and statistics

Form in all competitions: LWWDL

Racing Club stormed through the group stage unbeaten, amassing 13 points from six matches with 14 goals scored and just three conceded. Their round-of-16 heroics against Peñarol, a 1-0 home win followed by a 3-1 away win, paved their way to the quarterfinals, where they eased past Velez Sarsfield with a 2-0 aggregate win across both legs. 

They played Flamengo last week away from home in the first leg of this encounter, and both teams gave the game their all, but Flamengo escaped with the win. Marcus Rojo’s own goal in the 88th minute was the difference between the teams, and they will be hoping to turn their fortune around. 

Domestically, Racing sits mid-table but has won its last two league games, including a 1-0 win over Aldosvi in their most recent league game. Racing head into this return-leg semifinal brimming with confidence after a wonderful performance in the first leg. 

Racing: Lineup

Gustavo Costas’s side thrives on counter-attacks, with Martínez and Duván Vergara as key threats. No fresh injury concerns for Racing, and Costas favors a balanced 4-3-3 formation, emphasizing midfield control with Almendra and Facundo. 

Player to watch out for: Adrián Martínez 

Adrián Martínez “Maravilla” has been electric, netting seven in the Copa Libertadores. His movement and finishing could exploit Flamengo's high line at home.

🔖 Racing probable starting lineup (4-3-3)

Cambeses – Gabriel Rojas, Marcos Rojo, Santiago Sosa, Nazareno Colombo – Santiago Solari, Zuculini, Luciano Vietto, – Ramiro Degregorio, Martínez, Balboa

👤 Head coach: Gustavo Costas

Flamengo: form and statistics

Form in all competitions: LWWWL

Flamengo will head into the return leg of their Copa Libertadores semifinal full of confidence after a 1-0 win in the first leg at the iconic Maracana stadium. Flamengo entirely dominated the first leg encounter and definitely should have scored more goals, but they were not clinical enough in front of the goal. The first half of that game ended in a draw, and Flamengo didn’t get the breakthrough until the 88th minute with Marcos Rojo scoring in his own net. That result reignited their hopes of claiming the Copa Libertadores again, and with just two games standing between the Mengao and another Libertadores final, the pressure and excitement are building. 

Having already lifted the trophy three times, most recently in 2022, Flamengo comes into this clash in fine form, having lost just twice in their last five outings. They also hold a strong record against Racing, remaining unbeaten in their five previous meetings. Now, they’ll be aiming to finish off an impressive campaign by adding the prestigious Copa Libertadores trophy to their trophy collection.

Flamengo had a tough time in Copa Libertadores Group C, finishing second place in a group where all three top finishers had the same number of points (11). They finished in second place, courtesy of their goal difference. They dismantled Internacional in the round of 16 by a 3-0 aggregate score, showcasing their strength. They advanced to the semifinals on penalties after a 2-2 aggregate across both legs. Felipe Luis must find his way to the finals of the Copa Libertadores after being eliminated at the quarterfinal stage last year. 

Flamengo Probable Lineup

Former Atletico-Madrid and Chelsea left-back Felipe Luis has been incredible since joining Flamengo, and he will be hoping to take his team through to the finals of the Copa Libertadores. Ayrton Lucas has been performing well, so he could keep his place in the starting eleven. 

Player to watch out for: Giorgian De Arrascaeta

Giorgian De Arrascaeta is the team's current top scorer with a total of 15 goals in the league and two goals in the Copa Libertadores. He is currently valued at 14.5M Euros, and he is known for his high pressing and playmaking abilities. 

🔖Flamengo starting lineup (4-2-3-1)

Rossi – Danilo, Varela Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, Alex Sandro – Jorginho, Erick Pulgar – Luiz Araujo, Giorgian De Arrascaeta, Samuel Lino – Pedro

👤Head Coach: Filipe Luís

Racing vs Flamengo: head to head statistics

Flamengo have never lost to Racing in their last five meetings. Flamengo holds a strong record against Racing, remaining unbeaten in their five previous meetings.

Racing vs Flamengo: Betting Tips & Odds

• No losses for Flamengo in their last five meetings against Racing, and the option for Flamengo to win this game is offered on the BetWay bookmaker website for odds of 2.30;
• Both teams have found the net in four of their last five meetings, and the option for both teams to score is offered on the Bet365 bookmaker website for odds of 1.88;
• Three of their last four meetings ended in draws, and this option is offered in the 1xBet bookmaker at 3.26 odds;

Racing vs Flamengo match prediction 30 October 2025

The Argentine side has everything to play for, and with the home advantage in their favor, they will most likely aim for a goal in the first 20 minutes of the game. Flamengo, on the other hand, still has a lot of work to do, and they’ll most likely not relent in their search for more goals. 

Our match prediction is a total of over 3.5 corners for Flamengo for a coefficient of 1.60 in the 1xBet bookmaker.

Our betting tip on the match is a first-half draw, for a coefficient of 1.97 in the Betway bookmaker.

Lastly, a both teams to score for 1.89 odds in the Bet365 bookmaker.