Corinthians vs Flamengo Prediction: Big Game for the Two Sides

In the final leg 1 of 2 of the big final , Corinthians will take on Flamengo at the Neo Química Arena in Sao Paulo. Going in the game, both sides have several issues to cater regarding lineup, formation, and replacements. It's evident that both sides are coming off a win from their previous games. With the likes of Giuliano de Paula in the top three goal scorer standings, Corinthians will enter the game as favorites, moreover, the home advantage will be a big plus. The leg 1 fixture will be an opportunity for the home side to establish itself and move in the next fixture as favorites. 

Corinthians - Coming off a Win Against Atletico Paranaense (WDWWL)

Going in the all-important final, Corinthians is coming off a win over Atletico Paranaense in the Brazil Serie A contest. With the likes of Fabian Balbuena and Roger Guedes in the side, Corinthians can rely on their primary attack. Corinthians is likely to continue playing with a 4-1-4-1 formation and focus on attacking. Corinthians will have much confidence as they have stayed unbeaten in the last 7 home games. For the upcoming game, Paulinho will be unavailable due to Cruciate Ligament injury. About the lineups, as so far of now, lineups are yet to be finalized before the big game. 

Key Players for Corinthians

• Giuliano
• Yuri Alberto
• Renato Augusto

Flamengo - Coming off a Win Over Cuiabá (WDWLL)

After losing two back to back games against Fluminense (1-2) and Fortaleza (3-2), Flamengo managed to get themselves back on track after winning over Bragantino (4-1). Building from that win, Flamengo managed to draw the contest against Internacional (0-0) and win over Cuiaba (1-2). With the likes of Matheus Fracna, Marinho, and Viktor Hugo in the side, Flamengo will be equally up for the challenge. Flamengo have won the previous 2 matches against Corinthians which is a morale booster in itself. For tomorrow’s game, Rodrigo Caio, Erick Pulgar, and Bruno Henrique will be unavailable due to injuries.

Key Players for Flamengo

• Rodinei
• Everton Ribeiro
• Giorgian De Arrascaeta

Expert Betting Tips

Going in the game, Corinthians will be the favorite at home and likely to score 2 or more goals in the winning cause. The game total is expected to be over 2.5 and both teams to score in the leg 1 of the final.

• Corinthians Paulista to Win for 3.48
• Total Over 2.5 for 2.36
• Both Teams to Score - Yes for 2.00