Flamengo vs Ceará: Prediction, Head-to-Head, Odds & Stats (Thu, 04 Dec '25)

The much-anticipated clash in the Brasileirão Betano unfolds at the iconic Estádio do Maracanã on Thu, 04 Dec '25 UTC, pitting the giants Flamengo against the challengers Ceará. As fans gear up for this thrilling encounter, the question looms: which team holds the upper hand? Head-to-head tales reveal a story of shared equality, with the last three meetings ending in stalemates. Their most recent dance on Sun, 03 Aug 25, saw both teams locked in a draw yet again. Could this match break the streak, or are we set for another even contest?

An analysis of their latest outings offers contrasting stories. Flamengo step onto the field with spirits high after a 1-1 draw against Atlético Mineiro, preserving their top position in the league. Ceará, on the other hand, will need to regroup having suffered a heavy 0-3 defeat to Mirassol, leaving them in the 14th spot. For Ceará to topple the leaders, they must stifle Flamengo's attacks led by their fierce top scorer, Arrascaeta, who has already bagged 18 goals this season. Conversely, Flamengo's defense should keep an eye on L. Mugni, Ceará's assists maestro.

Turning to the ratings of the star players, Flamengo boasts an impressive lineup led by the influential Giorgian De Arrascaeta with a rating of 7.76, followed by Douglas Costa Telles's solid 7.4 and Wesley's commendable 7.35. Ceará’s hopes for a resilient defense hinge on Fernando Miguel who stands at 7.14, with Willian Machado and Matheus Bahia closely behind. Such ratings set the stage for a tale of battle prowess that could turn the tide for either side.

Possession stats reveal Flamengo's dominating presence on the field with an average of 62.58%, potentially dictating play and creating more opportunities, while Ceará's 42.31% could see them defending more than attacking. In terms of set-pieces, Flamengo averages 6.25 corners per match to Ceará’s 4.31, which may indicate an aggressive push in opponent's territory. A shared narrative of discipline sees both teams equally balanced with 78 and 81 yellow cards for Flamengo and Ceará respectively, each accumulating 5 red cards to date.

Analyzing the current form and streaks of play provides insight into what could unravel at Maracanã. Given the stats, momentum, and positioning, Flamengo seems poised for victory. However, Ceará's resilience and potential to surprise should not be underestimated. As the teams lace up for this marquee matchup, fans can only anticipate the final whistle to reveal the victor.