In a clash of contrasting Brasileiro ambitions in gameweek 21, Fluminense will face off against Bahia at Estadio Jornalista Mario Filho on Sunday evening. The hosts, currently second bottom in the league standings, are looking to move out of the relegation zone, while the visitors, sitting in seventh place, are aiming to re-enter Copa Libertadores qualification contention.
Corinthians, on the other hand, will be aiming to get back to winning ways in Brasileiro as they take on Juventude at Neo Quimica Arena on Sunday evening. The hosts are currently in 15th place with 19 points, while the visitors sit in 13th place with 21 points earned so far.
“We expect a tough match against Juventude, but we are confident in our abilities to get the three points,” said Corinthians coach after training this week.
In terms of predictions, we believe Fluminense will edge Bahia by a scoreline of 1-0 in this weekend’s match.
“We know Bahia will be a tough opponent, but we are prepared and focused on getting the win,” said a Fluminense player in a recent interview.
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