Flamengo vs Mirassol Predictions

Prediction by The Form Guide — Flamengo and Mirassol arrive in sharply different form (10 vs 2 points from the last five) — routed to The Form Guide, which weights momentum most heavily.
Serie ASerie A · Brazil
high confidence
Flamengo

Flamengo

Full Time

2 - 0

AI predicted 3 - 1

Mirassol

Mirassol

🗓️ Wednesday, 2 Sept 2026 at 19:30 GMT-3 (venue time) · 22:30 UTC (your time)📍 Estádio do Maracanã, Rio de Janeiro

Win Probability (1X2)

Flamengo 72%Draw 18%Mirassol 10%

Best Value Pick

Match Result: Flamengo Win

Match Result

7.4/10

Flamengo Outclass Mirassol with Commanding 2-0 Victory in Rio

Flamengo delivered a composed and clinical performance at home, dispatching Mirassol 2-0 in a match where the hosts' attacking intent and technical superiority shone through. Goals from Pedro in the 14th minute and Lucas Paquetá just before halftime set the tone, allowing Flamengo to manage proceedings with authority for the remainder of the contest. Mirassol, lining up with a defensive 5-4-1, struggled to create clear-cut chances and were limited to just two shots on target. Despite a determined effort and a handful of dangerous set pieces, the visitors were unable to breach Flamengo's disciplined backline. The result keeps Flamengo firmly in the hunt at the top end of Serie A, while Mirassol will need to regroup after being outplayed in Rio.

😅 AI Prediction Report

CLOSE BUT NO CIGAR

Predicted

3 - 1

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Actual

2 - 0

✅Result
❌BTTS
❌O/U 2.5
❌Score

💰 Bet Results0/2 hit

1x2 — Flamengo
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over/under 2.5 goals — Over 2.5
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btts — Yes
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Key Moments

14' — Goal

Pedro finishes off a flowing move to give Flamengo an early lead.

43' — Goal

Lucas Paquetá doubles the advantage with a well-taken goal before halftime.

52' — Yellow Card

Reinaldo (Mirassol) booked for a late challenge as frustration grows.

67' — Yellow Card

Denilson (Mirassol) shown yellow for persistent fouling in midfield.

78' — Yellow Card

Gabriel (Mirassol) cautioned for dissent after a contentious decision.

Flamengo

Flamengo

8.2/10

Flamengo asserted their dominance from the outset, controlling 56% of possession and registering 14 shots, four of which tested the Mirassol goalkeeper. Their attacking quartet, particularly Lucas Paquetá and Pedro, combined well to unlock Mirassol's packed defence. The home side's midfield duo of E. Pulgar and Jorginho provided the platform for sustained pressure, while the defence remained largely untroubled. With nine corners and intelligent use of the flanks, Flamengo consistently stretched Mirassol. The early goal allowed them to dictate the tempo, and a second before halftime effectively killed the contest. Their discipline was also notable, committing just eight fouls and avoiding any bookings.

Key Players

Pedro: Opened the scoring in the 14th minute with a clinical finish.
Lucas Paquetá: Doubled Flamengo's lead in the 43rd minute and orchestrated attacks from midfield.

Strengths

Effective possession playClinical finishingDisciplined defenceSet-piece threat

Weaknesses

Conversion rate (only 4 shots on target from 14 attempts)
Mirassol

Mirassol

5.6/10

Mirassol set out to frustrate Flamengo with a deep-lying 5-4-1 formation, but ultimately lacked the attacking quality to trouble the hosts. With just 44% possession and eight shots (only two on target), their offensive output was limited. The midfield struggled to gain a foothold, and the lone striker André Luís was isolated for much of the match. Despite winning seven corners and showing some resilience in defence, Mirassol were undone by lapses in concentration at key moments. Three yellow cards reflected their struggle to contain Flamengo's movement, and they rarely looked capable of mounting a comeback after falling behind.

Key Players

Walter: Made several important saves to keep the scoreline respectable.
Willian Machado: Led the defensive effort and tried to organize the back five.

Strengths

Defensive organization (especially in second half)Set-piece opportunities

Weaknesses

Lack of attacking threatStruggled to retain possessionDiscipline (three yellow cards)

Tactical Analysis

Flamengo's 4-2-3-1 set the tone for a proactive, possession-based approach, with the double pivot of Pulgar and Jorginho allowing the attacking trio to operate with freedom. The full-backs, particularly Ayrton Lucas, pushed high to provide width, stretching Mirassol's compact back five. This created pockets of space for Lucas Paquetá and Samuel Lino to exploit between the lines. Mirassol's 5-4-1 was designed to absorb pressure and hit on the break, but the lack of midfield ball-winners and the isolation of André Luís up front left them unable to sustain attacks. As Flamengo grew in confidence, Mirassol resorted to physicality, reflected in their three yellow cards. Substitutions in the second half did little to alter the tactical balance, as Flamengo comfortably saw out the contest.

Turning Point

Lucas Paquetá's goal in the 43rd minute, doubling Flamengo's lead and effectively ending Mirassol's hopes of a comeback.

Man of the Match

Lucas Paquetá

Instrumental in midfield, scored Flamengo's crucial second goal and dictated the tempo throughout.

Flamengo vs Mirassol: Match Preview

Momentum is firmly with Flamengo as they return home off the back of a ruthless 5-1 demolition of Mirassol in the reverse fixture and a strong run of form that has seen them win four of their last five in all competitions. Sitting second in the table, just six points off Palmeiras, Flamengo have their sights set on closing the gap at the top. Mirassol, meanwhile, are stuck in a relegation battle, having collected just two points from their last five league matches and shipping goals at a worrying rate.

The tactical contrast is clear: Flamengo's front four are in sync, averaging 2.2 goals and 6.2 shots on target per game over the last five. Their attacking width and movement have exposed opponents, while Mirassol's back line has been unable to stem the tide, conceding 2.2 per game in the same period. Set pieces could also play a role, with Flamengo averaging over four corners per match and Mirassol conceding plenty of fouls (13 per game). Discipline is another concern for the visitors, who have averaged 2.6 yellow cards and 0.2 reds in their last five.

Expect Flamengo to dictate the tempo from the outset, using their high press and ball retention (55.4% possession average) to pin Mirassol deep. The visitors may find a goal on the break, given Flamengo's occasional lapses, but the home side's momentum and attacking depth should prove decisive. The model points to a high-scoring home win, with Flamengo's recent form and Mirassol's defensive frailty the key drivers.

How Flamengo and Mirassol Are Arriving

Form, fitness and who's likely to start.

Flamengo vs Mirassol Goalscorer Form

Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals ÷ 5 games. XI badge shows player is in the expected starting lineup.

FlamengoFlamengolast 5 matches
Samuel LinoXI
4 goals in 5
80%

In exceptional form

J. CarrascalXI
3 goals in 5
60%

Scoring consistently

PedroXI
3 goals in 5
60%

Scoring consistently

Lucas PaquetaXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

G. de Arrascaetasub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Luiz Araujosub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

MirassolMirassollast 5 matches
EduardoXI
3 goals in 5
60%

Scoring consistently

Joao VictorXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Flamengo are surging, with three wins, one draw, and just one defeat in their last five, highlighted by a 5-1 away win at Mirassol and a 2-1 Libertadores victory. Their attack is firing, and they've scored in every recent match. Mirassol, by contrast, are winless in five, with defensive frailties exposed by 13 goals conceded in that span and only a single point from their last three league games.

Flamengo vs Mirassol — Last 10 Matches

FlamengoFlamengoLast 10 results
W2-0
W3-0
L1-2
W5-1
W2-0
D1-1
D1-1
W4-0
W3-0
L0-3
Wvs Mirassol2-0
Wvs Botafogo3-0
L@ Cruzeiro1-2
W@ Mirassol5-1
Wvs Vitoria2-0
D@ Internacional1-1
Dvs Sao Paulo1-1
W@ Chapecoense-sc4-0
Wvs Coritiba3-0
Lvs Palmeiras0-3

Strengths

  • +4/5 wins in last 5 — excellent form
  • +Prolific attack — 2.6 goals/game (last 5)
  • +High-volume attack — 17 shots/game
  • +Dominant in possession — 56% avg
MirassolMirassolLast 10 results
L0-2
D1-1
D1-1
L1-5
L1-3
W2-1
D1-1
W2-1
L0-1
W1-0
L@ Flamengo0-2
Dvs Palmeiras1-1
D@ Santos1-1
Lvs Flamengo1-5
L@ Cruzeiro1-3
Wvs Remo2-1
D@ Vasco DA Gama1-1
Wvs Gremio2-1
L@ Atletico Paranaense0-1
Wvs Fluminense1-0

Strengths

  • +Both teams scoring in most recent games

Concerns

  • −Leaky defence — 2.0 conceded/game
  • −No clean sheets in last 5 matches

Flamengo vs Mirassol Prediction Confidence at a Glance

How strongly the model leans on each market.

Match Result (1X2)
72%
18%
Flamengo 72%Draw 18%Mirassol 10%
Both Teams to Score
58%
42%
Yes 58%No 42%
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
69%
31%
Over 2.5 69%Under 2.5 31%
Corners (Over/Under 9.5)
56%
44%
Over 9.5 56%Under 9.5 44%

Stats Worth Knowing

The numbers behind Flamengo vs Mirassol that most previews miss.

  • 1Flamengo have scored in every one of their last five matches, averaging 2.2 per game.
  • 2Mirassol have failed to keep a clean sheet in any of their last five, conceding at least two in four of them.
  • 3All three previous H2H meetings have seen both teams score and at least three goals in total.

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Flamengo2.60

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Mirassol0.95

Expected goals · model says 0.95

Win Probability
Flamengo 73% Draw 16% Mirassol 12%

Over 2.5 Goals

69%

BTTS: Yes

57%

Likely Scores

2-0 · 2-1 · 3-0

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The Case For This Flamengo vs Mirassol Prediction

Flamengo enter this fixture riding a wave of attacking form, having racked up eight goals in their last three league outings and recently dismantling Mirassol 5-1 away. Mirassol, by contrast, are mired in a slump, winless in five and leaking goals at an alarming rate. The contrast in momentum is stark, with Flamengo's high-tempo attack facing a defence that has lost its structure and confidence.

Key Factors at a Glance

Attack

  • →Flamengo's last five: 3W, 1D, 1L, with 11 goals scored.

Defence

  • →Mirassol: winless in five, 13 conceded in that stretch.
  • →Flamengo's home record: 6W, 3D, 1L, conceding just 8 in 10.

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🚩 Flamengo vs Mirassol Corners Prediction

low confidence
10.1expected total corners
Over 56%
Under 44%
Over 9.5Under 9.5

Our corners model projects roughly 5.3 corners for Flamengo and 4.8 for Mirassol, for an expected total of 10.1. That makes the model lean Over 9.5 corners (56%). Over 8.5: 68% · Over 10.5: 43%.

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What History Says: Flamengo vs Mirassol

Flamengo have had the upper hand in this matchup, winning two and drawing one of the last three meetings. Goals have flowed freely, with all three clashes producing at least three and both teams scoring each time. The most recent encounter saw Flamengo run riot with a 5-1 away victory.

Flamengo vs Mirassol Head-to-Head History

Last 4 meetings between these sides

3

Flamengo wins

1

Draws

0

Mirassol wins

75%25% draws0%
2 Sept 26Flamengo vs Mirassol2-0
16 Aug 26Mirassol vs Flamengo1-5
6 Dec 25Mirassol vs Flamengo3-3
9 Aug 25Flamengo vs Mirassol2-1

Where the Model Disagrees with the Odds: Flamengo vs Mirassol

No bookmaker odds are available for this fixture, so it is not possible to identify explicit value edges. However, the model's strong lean towards Flamengo and over 2.5 goals suggests these would be the primary value angles if competitive odds were offered.

Odds from Bet365. Positive edge = our model gives a higher probability than the odds imply. EV = expected value per £1 staked.

1X2

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Flamengo Win1.1772.0%-13.5%
Drawvalue7.5018.0%+4.7%
Mirassol Winvalue15.0010.0%+3.3%

Over/Under 2.5

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Over 2.5value1.5069.0%+2.3%
Under 2.52.5031.0%-9.0%

Both Teams Score

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Yesvalue2.2058.0%+12.5%
No1.6242.0%-19.7%

Best Value Markets Found by the Model

1X2: Draw @ 7.50EV +0.350
1X2: Mirassol Win @ 15.00EV +0.500
Over/Under 2.5: Over 2.5 @ 1.50EV +0.035
Both Teams Score: Yes @ 2.20EV +0.276

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Things to Watch: Flamengo vs Mirassol

  • ⚠️No bookmaker odds available, so value edges cannot be computed.
  • ⚠️Mirassol have scored in four of their last five despite defeats, so a consolation goal is plausible.
  • ⚠️Fixture congestion for Flamengo (Libertadores and league) could prompt rotation, but no injuries are reported.

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Final Verdict

Flamengo 3–1 Mirassol

Flamengo's attacking momentum is the defining feature here, with 11 goals in their last five and a recent 5-1 thrashing of Mirassol still fresh. The most likely scenario is a comfortable home win, with the visitors' porous defence unable to withstand repeated pressure. The main risk is Flamengo's fixture congestion leading to rotation or a late lapse, but the gulf in current form is too wide to ignore.

Flamengo vs Mirassol: Common Questions

Who will win Flamengo vs Mirassol?

Flamengo are strong favourites, with a 72% probability of victory based on their recent form and attacking output. Mirassol's winless run and defensive issues make an upset unlikely.

Will both teams score in Flamengo vs Mirassol?

Both teams have found the net in four of their last five matches, and all three previous meetings have seen BTTS. The model gives a 58% chance of both teams scoring.

Can Flamengo's winning run continue?

With three wins and a draw in their last five, and 11 goals scored, Flamengo's momentum is real. Their high shot and chance creation numbers suggest the run is sustainable against a Mirassol side conceding 2.2 per game recently.

How This Prediction Was Made

The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Flamengo vs Mirassol: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.

This fixture was routed to The Form Guide, the momentum specialist — weights the last five matches above everything. An AI model running that profile analyses the pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.

Last updated: 26 August 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes — see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.

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