On 21st May 2023, Corinthians will host Flamengo in a Brasileirão match. Let’s dive into the statistics and underlying trends to provide an in-depth analysis of the upcoming match.
Previous Meetings
The two sides have faced each other six times in the past, with Flamengo winning twice, Corinthians winning thrice and one match ending in a draw. The last meeting between the two teams was earlier in the season, where Corinthians won 2-1 at Maracanã.
Current Form
Corinthians are currently placed 17th in the league table and are struggling for form, with no wins in their last six games. Flamengo, on the other hand, are placed 9th and are on a two-game winning streak.
Playing Styles and Strengths/Weaknesses
Flamengo prefer to play through the middle and hold possession in the opponent’s half. They create a lot of long-shot opportunities and scoring chances, but their weaknesses lie in avoiding offside, defending against skillful players, stopping opponents from creating chances and protecting the lead.
Corinthians prefer to play with width and take long shots, but have weaknesses in finishing scoring chances, defending against attacks down the wings, defending against long shots and aerial duels.
Score Prediction
Based on the current form and playing styles of both teams, it seems likely that Flamengo will dominate possession and create more scoring opportunities. The predicted scoreline for this match is Flamengo 2-1 Corinthians, backed up by the statistical analysis.