All eyes will be on Estadio do Maracana as two Rio de Janeiro-based teams go toe-to-toe with each other on Sunday, 15 September. View our free Flamengo vs Vasco da Gama predictions below.
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Flamengo vs Vasco da Gama predictions: Visitors to hold their own
Key stats
- Vasco da Gama have three wins in their last four league games.
- On the other hand, Flamengo managed one win in their last five Serie A matches.
- Over four goals were scored on average in the last seven Serie A encounters between these teams.
- Four of Vasco da Gama's last five matches went above the 2.5-goal threshold.
Correct score prediction: Flamengo 1-2 Vasco da Gama
While Flamengo have been unstoppable in other tournaments, they have struggled in the Serie A, winning just one of their last five league matches. In contrast, Vasco da Gama are in a five-match unbeaten run in Brazil's top flight, with three wins and two draws. Despite being the underdogs, we are backing Vasco da Gama to emerge victorious.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Flamengo are clear favourites
- HOME:3/5 (1.60) – 62.5%
- DRAW:5/2 (3.50) – 28.6%
- AWAY:19/5 (4.80) – 20.8%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Vasco da Gama have proven to be a tough team to beat. They lost just once in their last nine matches across all competitions, with five wins and three draws.
However, Flamengo are the expected winners at 3/5 (1.60). Teams with these odds generally have a 62.5% probability of winning.
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It is also important to point out that both teams were on the scoresheet in four of Vasco da Gama's last five matches. For this reason, BTTS – Yes has an appealing look at 1/1 (2.00). That one has a 50% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: Can Flamengo extend their unbeaten run?
This will be the eighth encounter between these teams since the beginning of last year, which is unsurprising considering both teams are based in the state of Rio de Janeiro and meet several times each year. That said, Flamengo have no losses in their last six skirmishes with Vasco da Gama.
Brazil Serie A 02/06/24
Vasco da Gama
Flamengo
Brazil Serie A 19/05/24
Vasco da Gama
Flamengo
Brazil Campeonato Carioca 04/02/24
Vasco da Gama
Flamengo
Brazil Serie A 22/10/23
Flamengo
Vasco da Gama
Brazil Serie A 06/06/23
Vasco da Gama
Flamengo
Flamengo preview: Still in contention for Serie A title?
On the injury front for Flamengo, Nicolas De La Cruz, Michael, Pedro, Matias Vina and Everton are all ruled out for this match, while Carlos Alcaraz is serving a one-game suspension.
Predicted lineup: Rossi (GK), Lucas, Luiz, Bruno, Varela, Ortiz, Pulgar, Henrique, Gerson, Araujo & Carlinhos.
Copa do Brasil 03/10/24
W
Corinthians
0
Flamengo
1
Brazil Serie A 29/09/24
W
Athletico Paranaense
0
Flamengo
1
Copa Libertadores 26/09/24
D
Penarol
0
Flamengo
0
Brazil Serie A 22/09/24
L
Gremio
3
Flamengo
2
Copa Libertadores 19/09/24
L
Penarol
1
Flamengo
0
Vasco da Gama preview: Eyeing their third consecutive Serie A victory
Paulinho Paula (knee injury), and Adson (broken leg) will continue their time on the sidelines as Vasco da Gama hit the road this weekend.
Predicted lineup: Jardim (GK), Piton, Maicon, Victor, Henrique, Sforza, Moura, David, Rayan, Rodriguez & Vegetti.
Copa do Brasil 02/10/24
L
Atletico Mineiro
2
Vasco da Gama
1
Brazil Serie A 29/09/24
D
Cruzeiro
1
Vasco da Gama
1
Brazil Serie A 22/09/24
L
Palmeiras
1
Vasco da Gama
0
Brazil Serie A 15/09/24
D
Flamengo
1
Vasco da Gama
1
Copa do Brasil 12/09/24
D
Athletico Paranaense
2
Vasco da Gama
1
Player to watch: Pedro
Although Pedro was on the scoresheet in Flamengo's trip to Corinthians before the international break, he was unable to prevent his team from losing. The former Fiorentina forward has 11 Serie A goals so far—at least three more than any other player. He will fancy his chances against Vasco da Gama on Sunday night.
