Match Analysis: Sport Recife vs Flamengo – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: November 15, 2025
- Time: 9:30 PM UTC
- Location: Itaipava Arena Pernambuco (Ilha do Retiro Stadium), Recife, Brazil
Game Overview
Sport Recife, currently languishing in 20th place with just 3 points, faces league leaders Flamengo who sit comfortably in 1st place with 24 points in Brasileirão Serie A Round 12. This matchup represents a stark contrast in form and league position, with Flamengo arriving as heavy favorites to continue their dominant season while Sport Recife desperately seeks points to escape the relegation zone.
Key Factors to Consider
- Flamengo has been in exceptional form this season, recording 7 wins out of 11 matches with impressive attacking statistics. They have scored 2 or more goals in 4 of their last 6 matches and maintain an unbeaten record at halftime in their last 21 away Brasileirão matches. Additionally, Flamengo has kept clean sheets in 4 consecutive matches and have kept the most clean sheets in the competition (16). In contrast, Sport Recife has struggled significantly at home, losing 3 of their last 5 matches in the Brasileirão, and have been conceding heavily, allowing an average of 1.60 goals in their recent home games.
- Flamengo dominates the historical matchup, remaining undefeated against Sport Recife in 20 of their last 23 league games. Critically, Flamengo has not lost to Sport Recife in their last 8 meetings (7 wins, 1 draw). No defeats can be found in Flamengo's 7 most recent matches against Sport Recife in the Brasileirão, establishing a clear psychological advantage and consistent competitive edge.
- The search results do not contain specific injury information for either team. Current squad status and injury updates should be verified from official team sources closer to match day for the most accurate assessment.
- Sport Recife plays at home but faces a team in far superior form and league position. The home advantage may provide some psychological boost, but the quality differential is substantial. Flamengo's recent form suggests they are well-prepared for away matches, having been undefeated at halftime in their last 21 away games.
- Flamengo is motivated to maintain their top position and continue their winning streak. Sport Recife faces existential pressure, needing points urgently to climb out of the relegation zone (20th place with only 3 points). While desperation can sometimes create unexpected results, it typically works against teams significantly weaker than their opponents.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Flamengo: -335 | Draw: 415 | Sport Recife: 900 | Flamengo Win | ★★★★☆ 87% |
| Spread | Flamengo -1.5 (-102) | Sport Recife +1.5 (-118) | Flamengo -1.5 | ★★★★☆ 82% |
| Over/under | Over 2.5 (-120) | Under 2.5 (100) | Over 2.5 | ★★★★☆ 71% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Flamengo 1% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 2.5 25% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Over 2.5 at 25% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 29.6% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Flamengo is expected to win this match decisively. The combination of superior form, historical dominance over Sport Recife, defensive solidity, attacking prowess, and the stark quality gap between 1st place and 20th place all point to a Flamengo victory. Sport Recife will find it extremely difficult to breach Flamengo's defense or withstand their attacking threat. The most likely outcomes are a 2-0 or 2-1 victory for Flamengo, though a 3-0 scoreline is also possible given Flamengo's scoring capability and Sport Recife's defensive vulnerabilities.
Predicted Score: Flamengo 2-0 Sport Recife (Most Likely) | Flamengo 2-1 Sport Recife (Secondary) | Flamengo 3-0 Sport Recife (Possible)