Flamengo will kick off their new Brasileiro Serie A campaign with a mouthwatering clash with Internacional at Estadio do Maracana on Sunday, 30 March 2025.
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Flamengo vs Internacional predictions: A stalemate
Key stats
- Flamengo are currently on a 13-match unbeaten run across all competitions.
- Internacional have no wins in their last 12 games.
- Five of the last seven encounters between these teams produced goals at both ends.
- Flamengo opened the scoring in three of their last four clashes with Internacional.
Correct score prediction: Flamengo 1-1 Internacional
While Flamengo have no losses in their last 13 games, Internacional are currently on a 12-match unbeaten run. Keeping in mind that the spoils were shared in three of the last five clashes between these teams, we believe that both teams' respective unbeaten runs will continue with a draw.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Flamengo are clear favourites
- HOME: 8/11 (1.73) – 57.9%
- DRAW: 13/5 (3.60) – 27.8%
- AWAY: 19/5 (4.80) – 20.8%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Flamengo battled other Rio de Janeiro-based teams, like Fluminense, Botafogo and Vasco da Gama, for the Carioca Serie A title. They have been on an impressive 13-game unbeaten run, winning their regional title, as well as the Brazilian Super Cup.
On the other hand, Internacional won the Campeonato Gaucho Serie A, defeating Gremio in the final. Roger Machado's men have also enjoyed some fine form since the end of the Brazilian Serie A, stringing together a 12-match unbeaten run.
Interestingly, both teams were among the top 5 in the Brazilian top flight last season, with Internacional finishing fifth and Flamengo third.
Ahead of this clash, Flamengo are the expected winners at 8/11 (1.73). Teams with these odds generally have a 57.9% probability of winning.
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We have also pointed out that both teams found the net in five of the last seven skirmishes between these sides. On that note, BTTS – Yes has an appealing look at 19/20 (1.95). That one has a 51.3% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: An even contest
In the last five encounters between Flamengo and Internacional, both teams have one win apiece with three draws between them.
Brazil Serie A 01/12/24
Flamengo
Internacional
Brazil Serie A 30/10/24
Internacional
Flamengo
Brazil Serie A 17/07/24
Internacional
Flamengo
Brazil Serie A 26/08/23
Flamengo
Internacional
Brazil Serie A 23/04/23
Internacional
Flamengo
Flamengo preview: No new absentees
Flamengo will set their sights on winning the title for the first time since the 2020/21 season. They will open their Brasileiro campaign at home without Pedro, who remains sidelined with a cruciate ligament injury.
Predicted lineup: Rossi (GK), Wesley, Ortiz, Pereira, Sandro, Pulgar, De la Cruz, Araujo, Arrascaeta, Gerson & Plata.
Brazil Serie A 13/04/25
W
Gremio
0
Flamengo
2
Copa Libertadores 10/04/25
L
Central Cordoba
2
Flamengo
1
Brazil Serie A 06/04/25
W
Vitoria
1
Flamengo
2
Copa Libertadores 04/04/25
W
Deportivo Tachira
0
Flamengo
1
Brazil Serie A 30/03/25
D
Internacional
1
Flamengo
1
Internacional preview: Eyeing their first top-flight title since 1979
Cruciate ligament injuries to defender Gabriel Mercado and midfielder Bruno Gomes mean the duo will be unavailable for the team's season opener.
Predicted lineup: Anthoni (GK), Aguirre, Vitao, Gabriel, Bernabei, Henrique, Fernando, Vitinho, Patrick, Carbonero & Valencia.
Brazil Serie A 13/04/25
D
Fortaleza
0
Internacional
0
Copa Libertadores 10/04/25
W
Atletico Nacional Medellin
0
Internacional
3
Brazil Serie A 06/04/25
W
Cruzeiro
0
Internacional
3
Copa Libertadores 03/04/25
D
EC Bahia
1
Internacional
1
Brazil Serie A 30/03/25
D
Flamengo
1
Internacional
1
Player to watch: Enner Valencia
Enner Valencia has been in sensational form in recent weeks, scoring five goals in his last five appearances for club and country. The former West Ham United forward has two goals and an assist in his last two clashes with Flamengo. It will be interesting to see how he performs this weekend.