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Flamengo vs America MG Bet Builder Tips: Saturday, 22nd July
Serie A action continues this week, and here at bettingexpert, we’ve provided our Flamengo vs America MG bet builder tips. With surprise runaway leaders Botafogo refusing to lie down, the pressure is on the chasing pack.
Flamengo are the nearest challengers in second place. That’s despite being 12 points adrift after 15 matches. There’s no more room for errors. However, it’s not all doom and gloom for Fla, who have started to flourish under Jorge Sampaoli. The title race isn’t over just yet.
In this article:
- Flamengo vs America MG Preview
- Flamengo vs America MG Stats & Facts
- Flamengo vs America MG Bet Builder
Flamengo vs America MG Preview
Saturday 22nd July 20:00, UK
Since Jorge Sampaoli’s appointment, Flamengo have vastly improved, with just one defeat in 18 matches across all competitions. The Argentine has guided them to the Libertadores knockout stage, into the semi-finals of the Copa do Brasil, and currently occupying second in Serie A.
Six consecutive home wins at the Maracana have continued to show what a fortress it can be. Defeating the likes of Athletico PR, Gremio, and Fluminense were all standout results in the Brasileiro.
After slow starts, both Pedro and Gabriel have been in scintillating form of late, but it’s not just the forwards who have been chipping in on the goal front. With eight different goalscorers across the last six wins at the Maracana, Flamengo are in full flow as they look to catch runaway leaders Botafogo.
America MG, on the other hand, sits bottom of Serie A with just nine points to their name after 14 matches. With 32 goals conceded to their name, over half of those have been on America MG’s travels (18). In fact, 12 of the 32 goals conceded have come in the last five matches.
Having finished 10th last season, America MG are continuing to underperform. Their joint top goalscorer with three goals, Danilo Avelar, is a left-back, while forward Aloisio (3) is out injured.
The Brazilians managed to end their run of three consecutive defeats across three different competitions on Wednesday. A thumping 5-1 victory over Colo Colo may have instilled some confidence, but Flamengo are streets ahead in terms of quality and ability compared to the Chilean outfit.
Although America MG picked up a much-needed victory midweek, Flamengo have enjoyed a rare week off and will be much fresher than their opponents heading into this Serie A fixture.
Flamengo vs America MG Stats and Facts
- Flamengo haven’t lost the last 15 head to heads, stretching back to 1998.
- The Copa Libertadores champions beat America MG in both matches last season.
- Giorgian De Arrascaeta has hit the target in his last three Serie A matches.
- Flamengo have scored at two goals in their last six home matches in all competitions.
Flamengo vs America MG Bet Builder
With the desperate need for points, Flamengo will be quick out of the blocks on Saturday. There’s no need to panic just yet, however, as their current form should see them bridge the gap with Botafogo if they can continue to maintain it.
A repeat performance to what we have witnessed of late at the Maracana should be more than enough for the Libertadores champions to claim all three points. America MG have only had three days of rest before travelling again, while Flamengo have had their feet up since last weekend.
It’s not just the strikers who can take all the recent credit. Midfielder Giorgian De Arrascaeta has been at the heart of everything for Flamengo as they climb the Serie A table. Whether it be free kicks, assists or getting on the scoresheet, the Uruguayan has been a real handful. With Bruno Henrique and Pedro out injured, Flamengo will likely line up in an attacking 4-3-3 formation, giving the 29-year-old more freedom to roam further up the field.
A home win, over 1.5 match goals and for De Arrascaeta to test the goalkeeper’s reflexes is 2.0 with bet365, enhancing their heavy odds-on price.
- Flamengo to win
- Over 1.5 match goals
- De Arrascaeta 0.5 shots on target
Bet Builder Odds: 2.0
Odds via bet365 as at 12:00 July 19th 2023. Odds may differ now.
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