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Brazilian Serie A: Flamengo vs Atletico MG
Kickoff Time: 2024-11-14 07:00 (HKT)
Source:REUTERS/CRIS MATTOS
In the second leg of Copa do Brasil, Flamengo won 1-0 away against Atletico MG, defeating their opponents with an aggregate score of 4-1 to claim the championship for this season. This is Flamengo’s fifth title in this competition, making them the second team in Brazilian history to win the cup the most times. In the league, Flamengo currently has a record of 17 wins, seven draws, and eight losses, accumulating 58 points and ranking fifth in the standings. They are still 10 points behind the leaders Botafogo, making their chances of contending for the league title slim. Meanwhile, since Flamengo won the Copa do Brasil, they have qualified for next season’s Copa Libertadores, relieving them of the pressure to finish in the top four. As a result, Flamengo may lack motivation as they return to league play.
Atletico MG lost 0-1 at home to Flamengo, finishing as runners-up with an aggregate score of 1-4. After the match, some extreme fans attempted to storm the field, clashing with security and police, while Hulk and other teammates had to urge the invading fans to calm down. It’s no surprise that Atletico MG fans are so dissatisfied, as the team has managed only one draw and four losses in their last five matches, also losing out on the Copa Libertadores. Currently, Atletico MG has a record of 10 wins, 11 draws, and 10 losses, totaling 41 points and ranking 11th in the standings, making it unrealistic for them to compete for a spot in next season’s Copa Libertadores. Atletico MG’s only task now is to stabilize their current ranking and secure qualification for next season’s Copa Sudamericana.
There is no doubt that Flamengo’s overall performance is much better than that of Atletico MG. However, after celebrating their championship, Flamengo may inevitably relax, especially since they no longer have any league tasks or pressure, which could weaken their competitive spirit. In contrast, Atletico MG still faces league pressure, and the dissatisfaction among their fans is growing; they urgently need a victory to escape their predicament. Given these dynamics, it might be reasonable to expect a rebound from Atletico MG, who has more motivation to fight.
Flamengo’s Last 5 Games: WWWDW
24-11-11 Atletico MG 0-1 Flamengo
24-11-07 Cruzeiro 0-1 Flamengo
24-11-04 Flamengo 3-1 Atletico MG
24-10-31 Internacional 1-1 Flamengo
24-10-27 Flamengo 4-2 Juventude
Atletico MG ‘s Last 5 Games: LLLDL
24-11-11 Atletico MG 0-1 Flamengo
24-11-07 Atletico GO 1-0 Atletico MG
24-11-04 Flamengo 3-1 Atletico MG
24-10-30 River Plate 0-0 Atletico MG
24-10-27 Atletico MG 1-3 Internacional
Head To Head Record:
24-11-11 Atletico MG 0-1 Flamengo
24-11-04 Flamengo 3-1 Atletico MG
24-07-04 Atletico MG 2-4 Flamengo
23-11-30 Flamengo 0-3 Atletico MG
23-07-30 Atletico MG 1-2 Flamengo
Prediction: Atletico MG to win or Draw