Internacional vs Fluminense Prediction & Betting Tips - Copa Libertadores

Prediction published on 03/10/2023, 19:01  by Joseph King | Modified on 03/10/2023 at 19:01 in Copa Libertadores Predictions

The Copa Libertadores semi-final enters the return leg with an all-Brazilian matchup as Internacional take on Fluminense. A finals matchup against either Boca Juniors or Palmeiras awaits the winner of this tie. It was a rollercoaster first leg for both teams in a match that would ultimately end in a 2-2 draw. Fluminense took the early lead before a Samuel Xavier red card saw them reduced to 10 men just before half-time. Internacional took full advantage by scoring two goals before a German Cano equalizer in the 78th minute salvaged a point for the hosts. The tie now heads to Porto Alegre for the return leg with things finely balanced. Internacional are having a dreadful season domestically but can completely redeem themselves by lifting the Copa Libertadores trophy. Colorado are coming off another disappointing Brasileirão result on the weekend, falling 2-0 at home to Atletico Mineiro. It was the second loss in the last three for Internacional who have seen a previously encouraging run of form come to an end.

Fluminense will have been disappointed not to have capitalized on their home field advantage in the previous encounter. The Tricolor have been superb all season at the Maracana all season where they have yet to be beaten in the domestic league. They’ll now be tasked with getting a win on the road, where they have seen their results drop off considerably this season. Compared to their near spotless home record, Fluminense have managed only two wins in 12 away fixtures this season in Brazil. This was on full display on the weekend as Cuiaba strolled to a 3-0 home victory against Fluminense. In their defense, manager Fernando Diniz opted to field a near fully rotated starting 11 with an eye on keeping his squad fresh for this fixture.