Independiente del Valle vs Flamengo Prediction: Flamengo Carrying a Decent Match Form from Carioca Serie A

In the upcoming fixture of the Recopa Sudamericana, Independiente del Valle will take on Flamengo at the Complejo Independiente del Valle in Quito. Going in the matchup, Flamengo have outsmarted other clubs in the competition, as they carry phenomenal game form and have won Libertadores back in 2022. Whereas, Independiente del Valle last came out on the field against Nueve de Octubre in October 2022. Hence, Flamengo seems in reasonable touch of the game and is likely to dominate Independiente del Valle. Flamengo and Independiente last played in Copa Libertadores Group A fixture, and Flamengo won (4-0). Moreover, in 2020’s Recopa Sudamericana, Flamengo won 3-0 and also drew the previous fixture against Independiente del Valle (2-2). 

Independiente del Valle - Playing After a Break of 3 Months (WWLWW)

Going in the matchup against Flamengo, what will be going in Independiente del Valle favor will be the home support. Apart from the home support and momentum, Independiente is likely to struggle against Flamengo. Though Independiente del Valle managed to win their second Copa Sudamericana title in 2022, they will be looking to adjust to the field and other dynamics. However, they started their season on a high note against Aucas (3-0) in the Ecuador Super Cup fixture. For the upcoming match, Joao Ortiz will be missing out and Martin Anselmo is likely to play a competitive side in the home contest.

Expected Opening Lineup for Independiente del Valle

Wellington Ramírez; Mateo Carabajal, Richard Hernán, Agustín García; Matías Fernández, Jordy Alcivar, Lorenzo Faravelli, Cristián Pellerano, Beder Caicedo; Lautaro Díaz, Junior Sornoza.

Flamengo - Has Won 4 of its Last 5 Carioca Matches (WWWLW)

Going in the matchup, Flamengo will be confident for giving the defending champions a tough time in the field. Secondly, the current game form of Flamengo dictates the betting odds in their favor. In their last outing against Resende (0-2), Matheus Goncalves and Andre Silva scored goals. For the Recopa Sudamericana fixture, Flamengo will walk in Quito as hot favorites. For the upcoming game, Flamingo's star winger, Bruno Henrique will be missing out due to a knee injury. Apart from the injury concern, Flamengo have proved to be the most consistent and dominant team in the Brazilian and South American region.

Expected Opening Lineup for Flamengo

Santos; Guillermo Varela, David Luiz, Leão Pereira, Ayrton Lucas; Everton Ribeiro, Thiago Maia, Gerson; Giorgian De Arrascaeta; Gabriel Barbosa, Pedro.

Expert Betting Tip

For the Leg 1 contest, I am backing Flamengo to win, as they carry immaculate game form with consistency, poise, and determination. Moreover, the goal scoring average of Flamengo is quite healthy and evident compared to Independiente del Valle. Hence, I am predicting a scoreline of 1-2 or even 0-2 in case of a clean sheet. The chances for a draw are quite low, as Flamengo is likely to attack and secure the lead in the first half of play.

• Flamengo to Win for 2.10
• Total Under 2.5 for 1.71
• Both Teams to Score - No for 1.896