Flamengo RJ vs Mirassol Prediction & Betting Tips (25 February)

Flamengo’s clash with Mirassol in the Brazil Serie A Betano at the Maracanã on 25 February 2026 feels like one of those early-season fixtures that can quietly shape the tone of a campaign. Flamengo arrive with the pressure of a title challenger, while Mirassol are trying to prove they belong among the country’s elite after a strong start in regional and national competitions. Recent league form, squad depth and the intimidating atmosphere in Rio all point toward a match where Flamengo are expected to dictate possession, press high and test Mirassol’s defensive concentration for the full ninety minutes.

From Flamengo’s side, the recent results tell a story of attacking power mixed with a few warning signs. They edged Vitória away with a gritty 2-1 win, then demolished Sampaio Corrêa RJ 7-1 in a statement performance that reminded everyone how ruthless their front line can be. A 1-1 home draw against Internacional, which you can revisit through the 1-1 preview, showed some defensive lapses, and defeats to Corinthians and São Paulo highlighted that Flamengo are not untouchable. Still, their overall momentum, especially at home, remains strong and underpins their status as clear favourites here.

Mirassol come into this fixture with a more modest but intriguing recent record that suggests they can be competitive, even away from home. They suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to Capivariano, yet responded with character in a battling draw against Remo, where the 2-2 scoreline reflected their resilience and ability to hit back. A solid 1-1 against Novorizontino and an impressive home victory over Vasco da Gama, captured in the 2-1 matchup, underline their attacking potential. The recent 4-0 win at São Bernardo further shows they can explode in transition, though doing that at the Maracanã is a very different challenge.

Team news in the last weeks has added extra layers to this encounter, with Flamengo managing a few important absences in defence and midfield while still maintaining a high level of performance, and Mirassol juggling knocks to key players yet preserving a coherent structure. Tactically, Flamengo’s fluid front line and creative midfield should pin Mirassol deep, forcing the visitors to rely on counters and set pieces. If Flamengo convert early pressure into goals, the match could tilt heavily in their favour, and given the gap in squad quality and recent scoring trends, we lean toward a confident 3 : 0 correct score in favour of the ho