Flamengo vs Fortaleza prediction and betting tips on July 12, 2024
Game Prediction
On July 12, 2024, in the 16th round of the Brazilian Serie A, a match between Flamengo and Fortaleza will take place. The hosts need a win to maintain their lead, while the visitors are aiming for a spot in the upper part of the table.
Flamengo vs Fortaleza: key statistics and trends
- Flamengo has won ten of their last thirteen matches across all competitions.
- Fortaleza has lost only once in their last six matches.
- Flamengo scored 30% of their goals between the 76th and 90th minutes.
- Flamengo has scored at least once in their last 13 matches.
- Flamengo wins the first half in 39% of their matches, while Fortaleza wins in 38% of theirs.
Flamengo: the shape of the team and its analysis:
The "Vultures" finished only fourth in the last Serie A season. This position secured them a spot in the Copa Libertadores, where the Brazilians were defeated by Bolívar but advanced to the playoffs from second place.
On the domestic front, Tite's team is dominating. Although they won only twice in their first five matches, since mid-May they have only failed to win in Serie A against Atlético Paranaense (1-1) and Juventude (1-2). They also drew 1-1 with Cuiabá in the last round.
Fortaleza: the shape of the team and its analysis:
The "Tricolors of Steel" finished in the top 10 last season. Thus, the team qualified for the Copa Sudamericana, where they managed to outplay the legendary Boca Juniors to claim the top spot in their group.
Domestically, the club has maintained its level as an ambitious mid-table team. They have had several unbeaten runs this season, including one of six matches, followed by another of four (with ten points). However, they were defeated by Vasco da Gama. But in the last round, they also managed to beat Fluminense 1-0.
Flamengo: team news
Everton and Igor Jesus are still injured.
Fortaleza: team news
Hércules returns after serving a suspension.
Flamengo vs Fortaleza: possible starting lineups
Flamengo (possible lineup): Rossi – Ayrton, David Luiz, Fabrício Bruno, Wesley Lima – Allan, Léo Ortiz, Gerson, Bruno Henrique, Luiz Araújo – Carlinhos
Fortaleza (possible lineup): João Ricardo – Bruno Pacheco, Titi, Brítez, Tinga – Sasha, Pedro Augusto, Pochettino, Breno, Hércules – Lucero
Head to Head matches: Flamengo vs Fortaleza
Last year, the "Vultures" won both encounters.
Free prediction today for the match: Flamengo vs Fortaleza
The favorite will, of course, be the home side. However, both teams are strong defensively – we bet on "total under 2.5 goals" (odds – 1.87).