Bitesize Prediction: Sao Paulo vs Flamengo – 8/25/22

Competition: Brazil Cup

Market: Flamengo Victory

Odds: 19/20 @

Seeking to take the lead in the first leg on Thursday morning, Flamengo will travel to Morumbi when they meet Sao Paulo.

Starting with the hosts, while Sao Paulo might have managed to find a much-needed boost earlier in the month with a 3-0 win over RB Bragantino, it looks like it didn't been just a little boost for Rogério Ceni's team. Last seen over the weekend putting on a toothless display as they were hit by a 1-0 away defeat at Santos, the Soberanos tumbled down the Serie A table. Likewise, in addition to losing three of its last four top competitions, Sao Paulo has also only managed to win one of its previous eight domestic outings, a run that dates back to July 3. Knowing that they should face a real task when Flamengo arrive at Morumbi midweek, it is also worth pointing out that the Ceni men have lost each of their last four meetings against Thursday's guests.

As far as the visitors are concerned, more than deserving of their 1-1 draw against runaway leaders Palmeiras last weekend, Flamengo are in the midst of a veritable purple stain. Soaring up the Serie A table and with the mood in their camp at an all-time high, head coach Dorival Júnior saw his side earn plenty of applause. On a run highlighted by a resounding 5-0 victory over Athletico Paranaense earlier in the month, the Brazilian giants are unbeaten in each of their previous 12 clashes in all formats. With that stellar form dating back to July 10, the Rio de Janeiro-based outfit will be looking to take a first-leg advantage here. Likewise, given their rather sluggish record against an inconsistent Sao Paulo, we back an away win here.

Bet: Flamengo 19/20 will beat Sao Paulo in Thursday's Copa do Brasil battle @