Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the Brazilian Serie A match.
High-profile reinforcements have significantly bolstered Flamengo's squad, and Flamengo are now firmly positioned as a genuine title contender. Following a 1:1 draw away to Ceará, they are level on points with Cruzeiro (both on 37), and are widely expected to deliver a commanding home performance against Mirassol.
Flamengo
With an impressive goal difference of +24, Flamengo currently lead the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A standings. Earlier this week, the team advanced past Atlético Mineiro in the Copa do Brasil with a 2:1 aggregate victory. In their most recent league outing against Ceará, Flamengo were statistically dominant and deserved to take all three points (1.25–0.61 in xG). While the new arrivals are still settling in, Giorgian de Arrascaeta remains the standout performer, contributing 10 goals and 5 assists—placing him second in the league’s scoring charts.
Mirassol
Goalscoring duties for Mirassol rest with Reinaldo Manoel, who has registered seven goals and two assists heading into this round. The forward likely did not anticipate helping the squad break into the top five after 16 matches—a notable achievement for a team newly promoted from Série B. Apart from Santos, who currently sit 15th, no other promoted side has managed to stay clear of the relegation zone. Mirassol are set to be without several key players due to injury this weekend, including David Braz, Rafa Silva, Luiz Otávio, and Matheus de Sales.
Flamengo vs Mirassol Prediction
This will mark the first-ever meeting between Flamengo and Mirassol, and the hosts are expected to dictate proceedings throughout. Mirassol have taken advantage of a favourable recent fixture list, which helped boost their points tally, but the trip to face Flamengo is likely to prove a step too far for the newly promoted outfit.
