Flamengo-Goias Statistical Preview

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Team News

Flamengo

Carlos Eduardo returns from suspension to feature here.
The former Hoffenheim man is likely to start on the left of the Fla front three.
Paulo Victor looks set to play in goal, with Felipe struggling with a knock.

Goias

Enderson Moreira will again be without key player Walter for this game.
The striker missed both legs of the Copa do Brasil semi-final against Fla over the last fortnight.
Júnior Viçosa should continue up front.

Match Facts

Goias have won their last 6 matches in Brasileirão.
Goias have kept a clean sheet in their last 4 matches in Brasileirão.
Goias have been winning at both half time and full time in their last 3 away matches in Brasileirão.
Flamengo have won their last 3 home matches in Brasileirão.
There have been under 2.5 goals scored in Flamengo’s last 3 games in Brasileirão.
Goias have scored at least 2 goals in 5 of their last 6 away matches in Brasileirão.
Flamengo are undefeated in 9 of their last 10 home matches against Goias in all competitions.

Prediction

Flamengo and Goiás meet again just days after playing the second leg of their Brazilian Cup semi-final.
Fla came out on top of that two-legged affair, with Goiás missing talismanic forward Walter.
The Emeralds will hope their hosts rest players following their exertions in midweek.

Flamengo 1 - 1 Goias