Cruz Azul vs Flamengo Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2025

The winner will face Pyramids FC to book a place in the final.

The second Quarterfinal of the FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2025 will take us to Ahmad bin Ali Stadium in Doha, Qatar. This encounter will feature the continental champions of North and South America going head-to-head.

Cruz Azul were crowned the 2025 CONCACAF Champions after clinching a dominant 5-0 win over Vancouver Whitecaps in the final. This was their seventh continental crown.

They extended their lead as the most successful club in CONCACF Champions Cup history. However, Cruz Azul are coming into this game after suffering a narrow loss on penalties against Tigres in the semifinals of Liga MX.

Flamengo, on the other hand, won the CONMEBOL Libertadores against Palmeiras. They are having a fairytale season, having also won the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A recently.

KINGS OF AMERICA. pic.twitter.com/SDFNgddisj

— FL4MEN9O (@Flamengo_en) November 29, 2025

They will be high on confidence coming into this clash and can be considered favourites as well. Filipe Luís had a very successful career as a player. He has transferred that winning mentality to his players since taking over as manager last year.

Kickoff:

Location: Doha, Qatar

Stadium: Ahmad bin Ali

Date & Kick-off Time: 10 December, Wednesday, 10:30 pm IST

Referee: Glenn Nyberg

VAR: In use

Form:

CF Cruz Azul (in all competitions): L-D-W-D-L

CR Flamengo (in all competitions): D-W-W-D-W

Players to watch out for:

Carlos Rodríguez (Cruz Azul)

Carlos has arguably been the best and most important player for Cruz Azul this season. The Mexican midfielder was the third-highest goalscorer for his team in Liga MX.

His technical ability is second to none, and he is very dominant in the middle of the pitch. He is also creative and made five assists in the league this season. He will be crucial for Cruz Azul against Flamengo.

Giorgian De Arrascaeta (CR Flamengo)

Giorgian De Arrascaeta has produced 23 goals and 18 assists in 61 appearances this season. The Uruguayan midfielder is known for his playmaking and creates the most chances for Flamengo per 90 minutes. He is also very consistent.

Vision like none other 🪄 pic.twitter.com/A3xrML7FwE

— FL4MEN9O (@Flamengo_en) December 8, 2025

After resting for the last league game, he is expected to be in great physical condition coming into this game.

Match Facts:

• This will be the first competitive encounter between these two teams.
• Cruz Azul lost to Tigres UANL on penalties in their last game.
• Flamengo played a 3-3 draw against Mirassol in their last game.

Cruz Azul vs Flamengo: betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Flamengo to win – 1.72 by Stake
• Tip 2: Both teams to score – 1.56 by Dafabet
• Tip 3: Expected Goals – Over 2.5 – 1.92 by Pinnacle

Injury and Team news:

Andres Montano will be unavailable for the home side and will be the only absentee for Cruz Azul.

Flamengo, on the other hand, will be without the likes of Allan and Pedro for their upcoming clash.

Head-to-Head:

This will be the first competitive encounter between these two teams.

Predicted Lineups:

Cruz Azul (3-4-2-1)

Gudino(GK); Piovi, Lira, Ditta; Rotondi, Faravelli, Marquez, Rivero; Rodriguez, Paradela; Fernandez

CR Flamengo (4-2-3-1)

Rossi(GK); Sandro, Pereira, Danilo, Varela; Jorginho, Pulgar; Lino, Arrascaeta, Carrascal; Henrique

Match Prediction:

This match will be tightly contested. However, considering their form, Flamengo are the favourites and are expected to emerge victorious against Cruz Azul.

Prediction: Cruz Azul 1-2 Flamengo

Telecast Details:

India: FanCode

USA: beIN SPORTS

UK: TBD

Nigeria: StarTimes Sports

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