If Internacional failed to beat a newly promoted Campeonato Brasileiro Série A side at home, what can they hope for against champions Flamengo? That is why there is such a difference in the odds.
Flamengo
However, Flamengo themselves also lost in the opening round. That defeat came against São Paulo (1:2), who finished eighth last season. They really do have problems away from home. Early in the year, while nothing is yet decided, they can afford defeats. In the Campeonato Carioca, the team lost all three away matches to opponents such as Bangu (1:2) and Volta Redonda (0:3). Among these, only Fluminense were serious opposition, but even in that derby they were unsuccessful (1:2). And the defeat in the Super Cup against Corinthians (0:2) is a cause for concern.
Internacional
Internacional lost in the first round to Athletico Paranaense (0:1), but an early goal in the ninth minute played an important role. After that, the hosts completely controlled the match (71% possession), yet 19 shots, including seven on target (2.42 xG), did not lead to a goal. If we recall last season2s disappointing campaign in the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A (16th place), they won only three away matches and drew five out of 19.
Flamengo vs Internacional Prediction
Despite the series of setbacks, we do not expect Flamengo to fail to win. Another matter is that the victory may well be hard-fought, as in the 2025 Copa CONMEBOL Libertadores round of 16 (1:0). In that edition, Internacional even took a point away from the Maracanã Stadium (1:1).
