Flamengo vs Independiente del Valle Predictions

• Flamengo have won 5 of their last 6 matches, scoring an average of 2.5 goals a game in the process.
• 3 of Flamengo’s last 4 games have seen goals at both ends.
• Both teams have scored in Independiente del Valle’s last 5 matches.
• Over said fixtures,a big average of 4 goals a game have been on display.

Flamengo gunning for third trophy of the year

After proving themselves as by far the strongest team in South America in 2019, winning both the Copa Libertadores and Brazilian Serie A, Flamengo are once again hoping for a dominant year. Jorge Jesus’ has quality that is simply unmatched at his disposal and it’s fair to say he’s got the best out of it.

Flamengo picked up their second trophy of 2020 at the weekend, winning the Taca Guanabara, having previously claimed the Supercopa do Brasil with a dominant 3-0 win over Athletico PR. With the scores at 2-2 in this tie, Flamengo have survived the trip to altitude in the first leg and will be fully confident of going on to win it in front of an expectant Maracana.

Independiente del Valle looking to upset the odds

Meanwhile, though they are massive underdogs in the tie, Independiente del Valle gave their Brazilian counterparts a real test in the first leg, as we expected. Indeed, they put Flamengo under sustained pressure with high altitude on their side but having failed to secure an advantage, they now face a huge task in upsetting the odds.

Nonetheless, Independiente del Valle will have a fearless approach and certainly won’t just be looking to sit back in Rio. For a club of their size, the fact they are even competing for the Recopa Sudamericana title is a feat in itself and if any team can pull off the unthinkable; it’s them.

Plenty of action is expected

Ultimately, although Flamengo are clear and obvious favourites to claim the title with their superior quality, this should be an entertaining game. The first leg was packed full of action at both ends and Independiente del Valle certainly have the attacking prowess to give the hosts something to think about, even if they are likely to be overpowered over the 90 minutes.

All things considered, backing the Both Teams to Score line looks the best way to play as far as the betting is concerned and is something we’re more than happy to do. Both teams have scored in 3 of Flamengo’s last 4 outings, as well as in the visitors’ last 5 matches and we fancy both streaks to continue in a 3-1 home win.