Cuiaba vs Flamengo Prediction 20.11.2024 | Brazil Serie A

• Competition: Brazil Serie A
• Date: 20.11.2024
• Kickoff: 22:00 UK / 23:00 CET
• Venue: Arena Pantanal (Cuiabá)

As the season in Brazil's Serie A draws to a close, Cuiabá's relegation to the lower division is becoming increasingly inevitable. Their form has been disastrous since the summer, with only two wins recorded since late June. Offensively, they are the second-worst team in the league, managing just 25 goals, with only Atletico GO, who sit at the bottom of the table, faring worse. While there is still a theoretical chance for survival, that hope could vanish after this match.

On the other hand, Flamengo, one of Brazil's most renowned clubs, started the season as one of the top favorites for the title but failed to live up to those expectations. They are currently tied for fourth place with Internacional, while Botafogo RJ has opened up a nine-point lead at the top. For Flamengo, the primary objective now is to secure a direct spot in the Copa Libertadores group stage for next season.

Cuiaba vs Flamengo pick: UNDER 2.5 GOALS

Despite Flamengo being the stronger and more experienced side, Cuiabá poses a unique threat as they have nothing to lose - a mindset that can often make such teams dangerous. At home, Cuiaba has been relatively solid defensively, conceding an average of just one goal per game this season. Furthermore, in their first meeting with Flamengo, they managed a 1-1 draw on the road.

A notable trend is the low-scoring nature of Cuiabá’s recent matches, 10 of their last 11 games have featured two or fewer goals. This defensive pattern significantly influences the prediction for this game. We anticipate a low-scoring affair, with one or at most two goals finding the back of either net.