Preview: Fluminense vs Corinthians Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Campeonato Brasileiro Série A 2026

Two of the last five matches between these clubs have ended in a draw.

Fluminense FC are set to lock horns with Corinthians for their matchweek 9 contest of the 2026 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A. This is going to be an intense outing, which is scheduled to take place at the Estadio do Maracana.

The Luis Zubeldía-led side have been on a decent run of form at the moment. They are coming in after securing a 1-0 win against Atletico Mineiro in their previous league fixture. With five wins in eight games, Fluminense FC are placed fourth on the Campeonato Serie A points table. They will be at home for their next fixture, which will keep them at an advantage.

The Timao are not in top form at the moment. Dorival Júnior’s men were held to a 1-1 draw by Flamengo in their last league outing. It was a decent performance by them, but it wasn’t enough to get them three points. Corinthians have only managed two wins in eight matches. They are in 11th place on the Brazilian Serie A points table. It is going to be an easy away game for them.

Kick-off:

• Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
• Stadium: Estadio do Maracana
• Date: Thursday, April 2
• Kick-off Time: 06:00 AM IST/ 12:30 AM GMT (Wednesday, April 1; 07:30 PM ET/ 04:30 PM PT)
• Referee: TBA
• VAR: In use

Form:

Fluminense: L-W-W-L-W

Corinthians: D-L-D-D-D

Players to Watch

Luciano Acosta (Fluminense)

The 31-year-old is going to be one of the main men in the squad for Fluminense. From controlling the midfield to scoring goals, Luciano Acosta is going to be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence. He will be eager to help his side by delivering a top performance here. Acosta can also play as a second striker if needed.

Yuri Alberto (Corinthians)

Yuri Alberto will be looking to step up his game so that he can get his side back to winning ways. He scored an important equaliser for Corinthians in their previous outing against Flamengo. In the absence of Memphis Depay, Alberto is going to be one of the main men in the final third for the visitors.

Match Facts

• Fluminense have won three of their last five matches.
• Corinthians have failed to secure a win in their last five outings.
• The Tricolor have only secured one win in their last five attempts against the Timao.

Fluminense vs Corinthians: Betting Tips and Odds

• Fluminense to win @19/20 Coral
• Rodrigo Castillo to score @11/5 Virgin Bet
• Goals under 3.5 @3/13 Unibet

Injury and Team News

Gustavo Nonato and Facundo Bernal might not be in action for Fluminense due to their fitness issues. German Cano is back in training.

Corinthians will miss out on the services of Memphis Depay, Kaio and Hugo. They are injured and might return to action in April itself. Hugo Souza and Andre Carrillo are on national team duty. Raniele is suspended.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 56

Fluminense won: 18

Corinthians won: 21

Draws: 17

Predicted Lineups

Fluminense predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Fábio (GK); Guga, Jemmes, Freytes, Arana; Hércules, Martinelli; Serna, Acosta, Savarino; Castillo

Corinthians predicted lineup (4-3-1-2)

Longo (GK); Mateuzinho, Paulista, Henrique, Bidu; Bidon, Carrillo, Ferrari; Santos Dias; Alberto, Garro

Match Prediction

These sides are going to come up with an intense clash here. Fluminense are looking in good touch at the moment and they are likely to come out on top to secure a win against a not-so-confident Corinthians in their upcoming Brazilian Serie A outing.

Prediction: Fluminense 2-1 Corinthians

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