- Flamengo RJ beat Cusco FC 2-0 just six weeks ago in the reverse Copa Libertadores leg.
- Cusco FC have failed to win any of their last 5 games (D3, L2).
- Flamengo RJ have won their last two Copa Libertadores home games (W2).
Flamengo set for a comfortable home win
Flamengo RJ lead the way in Copa Libertadores Group A with 10 points from 4 matches, but according to our Flamengo RJ vs Cusco FC prediction, they could face a stiff test when they take on Cusco FC in a battle of contrasting styles on Wednesday.
The Peruvian outfit sit bottom of the group with just 1 point from 5 matches and are having a hard time on the road, registering 1 draw and 1 defeat in their two away games.
They have lost both Copa Libertadores away games so far, conceding 3 goals in total, and veteran attacker Lucas Colitto, who has scored 2 of Cusco’s 6 goals in their last 5 outings, looks like their best bet to score a goal on Wednesday.
Jardim’s Flamengo have found their stride
Alejandro Orfila has kept things compact and made Cusco hard to break down since taking charge, and his conservative approach has been even more evident in continental play.
Cusco sit deep in a low-block and will press with purpose out of possession, looking to transition quickly on the counter and try to get forward through Colitto.
Flamengo, on the other hand, play a high-tempo possession game with fluid rotations and wide overloads under Leonardo Jardim, who has overseen a new era of tactical control at the club since arriving.
The Brazilian giants have looked much more organized and dominant in possession since Jardim’s arrival and, at home especially, where they remain unbeaten, they should dominate the ball in this one. For a more complete analysis, see this Flamengo RJ vs Cusco FC preview.
A question of tempo and style
Flamengo’s ability to control the tempo and flow of the game, along with Cusco’s conservative approach, should ensure that the home side dominate and score plenty of goals. Moreover, the Flamengo RJ vs Cusco FC prediction suggests a one-sided affair in favor of the Brazilians.
Cusco have managed to keep a few teams out recently, but they have conceded an average of 1.5 goals per Copa Libertadores away match.
The Peruvians won’t get many chances to get men forward and we don’t see them finding the net as Flamengo, with just one goal conceded in two home Copa Libertadores games, will have enough defensive solidity and tactical control to keep a clean sheet.
Our Flamengo RJ vs Cusco FC betting tips recommend backing the home team and expecting plenty of goals.
Pedro has been in scintillating form for Flamengo, scoring 3 of their last 5 goals across all competitions, while Bruno Henrique has been their biggest threat in the Copa Libertadores with 2 in 4 group matches, so we’re going for Pedro to score at any time on Wednesday.
