Probable Lineups

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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(85) 63 Goals 9 (27)
(63) 33 Assists 5 (17)
(6.7) 7.1 Average Ratings 6.6 (6.5)
32.7 Average Age 37
178.8 Average Height (cm) 179.9
(1.1) 1.5 Shots pg 0.9 (1)
(53%) 55% Aerial Duel Success 55% (50%)
(0.7) 0.8 Dribbles pg 0.8 (0.7)
(1.6) 1.3 Tackles pg 1 (1.1)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Serie A.

Missing Players

Flamengo
Cruzeiro
Player Reason Status Rating
Diego Alves Doubtful 6.84
Player Reason Status Rating
Robinho Out 6.58

Team News

Flamengo
Cruzeiro
  • Arrascaeta didn't perform well in midweek and could be replaced by Diego.
  • Diego Alves sustained a back injury against LDU and is a doubt for the hosts' opening game of the 2019 season.
  • Robinho is injured and will not feature in Cruzeiro's first game of the 2019 season.
  • Fred surpassed Pelé's goal record in the Copa Libertadores in midweek and will be boosted against Flamengo.
  • Head coach Mano Menezes shuffled his pack against Deportivo Lara in order to bring in fresh legs here. Dôdô, Edilson, Lucas Romero and Rodriguinho will probably replace Egídio, Luís Orejuela, Lucas Silva and Thiago Neves

Prediction

  • Flamengo endured a disappointing performance against LDU Quito in midweek and a reaction is demanded by their supporters.
  • By defeating Deportivo Lara in midweek, Cruzeiro qualified for the Copa Libertadores knockout stages and extended their unbeaten streak to 22 matches. They will be full of confidence heading into this one.
  • This should be an entertaining match between two title contenders. Given both teams' quality, a draw is on the cards.
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