Looking at these two titans, Flamengo and Atlético Goianiense, square off, we have a rather intriguing tale of the tape. From the bird's-eye view, Flamengo has been wiping the floor cleanly this season with an 11-4-3 record by comparison to Atlético Goianiense’s 2-6-11 record, which is more akin to a table cloth someone dropped their pasta bolognese on.
In their last rendezvous, Flamengo didn't exactly break a sweat in their 2-1 victory over Atlético Goianiense. I mean, not a torrential downpour of goals, but a victory nonetheless.
Now, let's take a look at the vanguards of these teams. Atlético Goianiense's goalkeeping situation seems pretty solid with Ronaldo carrying a 6.90 rating and 21 saves under his belt. Conversely, Flamengo’s Agustín Rossi with a 6.82 rating and 14 saves, seems fit but slightly lagging behind. Still good. But not 'la crème de la crème'.
On the front lines, Flamengo has some serious firepower. Giorgian De Arrascaeta boasting an 8.00 rating and Gabriel Barbosa with a 7.43 rating are not just flirting with the goal, but rather knocking on its door with a 4 am serenade. Meanwhile, Atlético Goianiense might struggle offensively. They seem to have left their radar at home with their top player Gonzalo Freitas, with a rating of 7.50, having fired blanks so far, and the party doesn't get wilder with the rest of their line-up.
Atlético Goianiense’s recent results look like a romantic break up song list, with piteous results such as a 1-1 draw against Bahia, 3-1 losses against Fortaleza and Palmeiras, and defeats at the hands of Vasco and Athletico. In stark contrast, Flamengo seems to be serenading victories with harmonious wins against Vitória, Criciúma, and a samba dance inducing 4-2 win over Atlético Mineiro.
To paraphrase one Sherlock Holmes, the game, my dear viewer, is afoot, but it's mighty clear which foot is stronger. So, taking everything into consideration:
Albert’s Prediction: Flamengo by 2