Coritiba vs. Flamengo RJ

Coritiba played in the Brazillian Serie B League last season. They've moved up to Serie A for this season but haven't looked ready for prime time, losing their first two games while getting shutout each time. They've also lost four in a row overall, getting outscored 5-1. Flamengo has also had a rough early season start, dropping two games. However, they have far more league experience and come off an outstanding season a year ago with the No. 1 scoring offense (86 goals in 38 matches). Flamengo has a winning record in its last five road games and is 6-2-1 in the last nine meetings against Cortiba, outscoring them 13-8. Back Flamengo on the Asian Handicap.