The stage is set for a potential mismatch as Vitoria welcome Flamengo in a Brasileirao Serie A clash. The two clubs are separated by a significant 19-point gap on the league table, with Flamengo comfortably ensconced in third and Vitoria battling relegation in 17th.
Historically, Flamengo has dominated this fixture, winning 12 of the last 23 encounters against Vitoria. Their recent visits to Estádio Manoel Barradas have been particularly fruitful, with three wins and a draw in their last four trips.
While Flamengo have been particularly prolific, scoring in each of their last 10 league matches, Vitoria have struggled significantly. The hosts have lost 11 of their 18 matches this season, including three consecutive defeats. Additionally, they have conceded two or more goals in 10 of these games, highlighting serious defensive problems.
To compound Vitoria’s problems, they will be without forward Janderson, who is suspended after receiving his third yellow card in their 2-0 defeat to Grêmio. Janderson’s absence is a significant blow for Thiago Carpini’s side who already face an uphill battle to climb out of the relegation zone.
Betting Tip: Flamengo to win
25/07 00:00 Vitoria – Flamengo Flamengo to win @ 1.78 (Betano)
Vitoria are in serious trouble, having lost four of their last five matches, including the last three. Their relegation woes are unlikely to end against Flamengo, whose visits to Estádio Manoel Barradas have been fruitful with three wins and a draw from their last four trips.
Flamengo’s attack has been unstoppable, scoring in ten straight games. This is bad news for a Vitoria defence that has conceded at least two goals in ten of their last eighteen matches.
Given these stats and trends, a Flamengo win seems inevitable. Therefore, we recommend backing Flamengo to win at 1.78 odds on Betano.
Vitoria - Flamengo Flamengo to win @ 1.78
Possible Starting Lineups:
Vitoria: Arcanjo; Lucas, Wagner, Reynaldo, Lepo, Caceres; Matheuzinho, Naldi, Oliveira; Alerrandro, Miguel
Flamengo: Rossi; Wesley, Bruno, Luiz, Lucas; Pulgar, De la Cruz; Gerson, De Arrascaeta, Everton; Pedro
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