Flamengo vs Corinthians Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | Brazilian Serie A

Flamengo vs Corinthians Preview

• Competition: Brazilian Serie A
• Date: Sunday, 27th April, 2025
• Kick-off Time: 5:00 pm GMT
• Venue: Estadio Jornalista Mario Filho, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Matchday six of the 2025 Brazilian Serie A season will include Flamengo welcoming Corinthians at the Estadio Jornalista Mario Filho on Sunday evening. Flamengo and Corinthians are two of the biggest clubs in Brazil and will contest an exciting contest in what is still the early stages of the season. However, both will be eager to establish their respective authority in the competition. The hosts are currently second in the points table, behind only Palmeiras. Corinthians, on the other hand, is sixth with seven points so far.

Inconsistencies have marked the recent matches of Flamengo. In the last six games, the club has collected three victories, two draws, and a defeat. Flamengo finished third in the league last season, just nine points off the summit. Fans will be expecting a more serious title pursuit this time around, and the players have heeded that call so far.

Flamengo will be overseeing a congested schedule in the coming weeks, with the club participating in the league, Copa Libertadores, Carioca, and the FIFA Club World Cup. Flamengo has scored 2.2 goals per game in the league, which is the highest.

Corinthians has also endured inconsistent results lately.

The club has managed three victories, a draw, and two defeats in the last six outings. During this period, the Corinthians players have scored seven goals and conceded six. Goal difference has kept the team above the other clubs, also having seven points in the competition. Nonetheless, players will now need to improve their performances to keep the dream of finishing in the top four alive. Memphis Depay has unsurprisingly been the top scorer for the side with three strikes so far.

Flamengo Team News

Matias Vina has been ruled out of the fixture due to a Cruciate Ligament Injury, which will also make him miss the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup. There are also looming doubts over the participation of Gonzalo Plata and Alex Sandro.

Corinthians Team News

Corinthians will be delighted to have almost everyone available for the fixture. Rodrigo Garro is the only confirmed absentee due to a knee injury. Corinthians is expected to line in a 4-3-3 formation.

Flamengo vs Corinthians Predicted Lineups

Flamengo Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):

Goalkeeper: Rossi

Defenders: Wesley, Danilo, Pereira, Lucas

Midfielders: Pulgar, de la Cruz, De Arrascaeta

Forwards: Gerson, Michael, Henrique

Corinthians Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):

Goalkeeper: Donelli

Defenders: Mana, Torres, Henrique, Angileri

Midfielders: Carrillo, Raniele, Bidon

Forwards: Romero, Alberto, Depay

Flamengo vs Corinthians H2H Record

Overall, in the last five games between the two sides, Flamengo has won two games, Corinthians has won one match, and two games have ended in draws.

Key Players to Watch in Flamengo vs Corinthians

Memphis Depay (Corinthians)

The departure of Memphis Depay from Europe in 2024 was certainly a bitter moment for the European football community. However, his arrival in Brazil has provided a much-needed impetus to the country's football culture.

Depay has been at the top of his game this season with five goals and eight assists so far. His form will be crucial for Corinthians to maintain a serious charge for the Copa Libertadores place at the end of the year.

Danilo (Flamengo)

Danilo has also been one of the big-name arrivals to Brazilian football in recent times. The 33-year-old left Juventus in the winter transfer window and went back to his home country.

The former Real Madrid man has appeared in seven games so far for Flamengo and has already registered a goal and an assist. His experience will certainly be a much-welcome boost to the Flamengo backline, who are looking for a stable and safe defensive display this campaign.

Flamengo vs Corinthians Prediction

Recent form, head-to-head record, and the overall quality endorse a comfortable outing for Flamengo. The team will also cherish the home advantage against their bitter rivals.

Predicted Score: Flamengo 3-1 Corinthians

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