São Paulo FC
Football Brazilian Série A Mon 28 Jul 03:00
Fluminense FC
  1. Prediction
  2. Odds
  3. Stats
  4. Team News
  5. Lineups
  6. Injuries
  7. Squads
  8. Table

Série A Betting Preview: São Paulo vs Fluminense

São Paulo host Fluminense in this Brazilian Série A match, with kick-off set for 03:00 on Monday 28 July. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

Don’t Underestimate Fluminense

Fluminense +0.25 at 1.88 on the Asian Handicap could be the bet to have. We’re expecting them to avoid defeat against São Paulo, with our stake divided equally between 0 and +0.5 in the hope the away team can land a win.

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Fluminense Overcame São Paulo in Last Meeting

São Paulo won their previous Série A game 1-0. This road win against Juventude made it two league victories on the spin. Hernan Crespo's team had most of the ball enjoying 63% possession and three shots on target, with Luciano Neves bagging a late winning goal.

Fluminense have lost their previous three games. The latest was a 2-1 home defeat to Palmeiras. The Big Flu had the lion’s share of the ball enjoying 54% possession and one shot on goal, with German Cano on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The most recent head-to-head saw Fluminense record a 2-0 home victory against São Paulo. There have been four wins apiece and two draws in the past 10 H2H meetings.

Série A G W D L GF GA GD GD P
7 São Paulo logo São Paulo 23 9 8 6 27 23 4 27:23 35
10 Fluminense logo Fluminense 21 8 4 9 25 29 -4 25:29 28
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São Paulo – Last 10 League Games

São Paulo have 3 wins, 5 losses and 2 draws, averaging 0.9 goals from 3.2 shots on goal and 8.5 attempts. Tricolor Paulista have averaged 49.3% possession and 4.5 corners per game, with their opponents scoring 1.3 goals from 3.9 shots on goal, 8.5 attempts and 6.0 corners.

Luciano Neves is the top scorer with 4 goals, Andre has 3, with Ryan Francisco and Robert Arboleda on 1. Luciano Neves is the top assists maker with 2.

Fluminense – Last 10 League Games

Fluminense have won 3, lost 5 and drawn 2, with an average of 1.1 goals from 5.1 shots on goal and 12.0 attempts. The Rio de Janeiro side have averaged 55.6% possession, 4.6 corners taken and 5.5 corners against, while conceding 1.4 goals from 4.0 shots on goal and 8.0 attempts.

Kevin Serna has landed 3 goals, German Cano 2, with Paulo Baya and two others scoring 1. Jhon Arias has been the chief assist maker in the previous 10 games with 3.

Confirmed Lineups

São Paulo confirmed lineup (3-5-2): Rafael (GK), Nahuel Ferraresi, Robert Arboleda, Alan Franco, Cedric Soares, Marcos Antonio, Damian Bobadilla, Alisson, Enzo Hernan Diaz, Luciano Neves, Ferreira.

Fluminense confirmed lineup (3-5-2): Fabio (GK), Manoel Messias, Thiago Silva, Juan Freytes, Guga, Martinelli, Facundo Bernal, Vinicius Lima, Agustin Canobbio, John Kennedy, Everaldo.

São Paulo vs Fluminense Prediction & Betting Tips

The São Paulo vs Fluminense betting tips feature sharp analysis across major markets, including a key match prediction, our best corners bet, player prop picks, correct score guidance and a ready-made bet builder.

Match Prediction

If you echo our view that Fluminense can swerve defeat in this Série A encounter, then you can take them with a +0.25 goal start at 1.88. There are strong reasons to back the visitors.

We study the Série A form as a first port of call and also make sure we’re across any injuries before making our football predictions. Then it’s a case of understanding the sort of narrative that the stats provide.

Key São Paulo vs Fluminense league stats:

  • The +0.25 line has been covered by Fluminense in 13 of their last 20 games.
  • The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by São Paulo in 16 of their last 20 games.
  • The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by São Paulo in 7 of their last 10 games.
  • The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by São Paulo in 6 of their last 10 games against Fluminense.

Fluminense +0.25 Probability

According to the odds, there’s a 53.3% likelihood of our pick winning. However, our experts think that the probability is close to 60% taking all factors into consideration. This is why we regard this as a value bet.

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Correct Score Prediction

São Paulo São Paulo logo 0 - 1 Fluminense logo Fluminense

Fluminense can be backed to win 1-0 when it comes to the correct score. We’ll go for the 8.00 that this happens and hopefully we’ll get a good run for our money.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Player Prop Picks

 Top Pick: Germán Cano Over 0.5 Shots On Target

Germán Cano (Fluminense) can be wagered at 1.70 to register at least one shot on goal. When it comes to wagering Shots on Target, we think the betting odds really stand out for this pick.

Latest Germán Cano Player Prop Odds
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Kevin Serna to Score

Kevin Serna (Fluminense) has scored two goals in his past five Série A away matches. He looks like a value bet to find the net and you’re able to back this Anytime Goalscorer pick at odds of 7.00.

Latest Kevin Serna Player Prop Odds
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Corners Prediction

Over 9.5 Corners

There has been four straight Fluminense away games where 9.5 Total Corners has been covered, while it has been three consecutive São Paulo matches where the same thing has happened. There are odds of 1.83 available when it comes to this Total Corners bet and we think the teams will cover the line.

League Games
League Games
Last 10 Total For Against
Last 10 at Home Total For Against
Last 10 Away Total For Against
São Paulo Logo São Paulo
Total
10.50 4.50 6.00
Home
10.70 6.30 4.40
Away
10.20 3.30 6.90
Fluminense Logo Fluminense
Total
10.10 4.60 5.50
Home
10.60 7.00 3.60
Away
10.20 3.50 6.70
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Total Corners
São Paulo Corners
Fluminense Corners
Most Corners

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Bet Builder Tips

Asian Handicap Fluminense +0.25
Both Team To Score No
Total Corners Over 9.5

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São Paulo vs Fluminense Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Bookies Make São Paulo Most Likely Winners

The bookies have São Paulo as 2.08 favourites for this Série A clash, with the Full-Time Result betting odds implying that they are 48% likely to win. The 4.10 means that Fluminense are seen as having the lowest probability of succeeding.

São Paulo can be backed alternatively on the Draw No Bet market and that means getting 1.42. However, if you want insurance on the underdogs instead, Fluminense are 2.65.

If you’re anticipating that two goals or less will be netted throughout the contest, then Under 2.5 Goals is a definite runner. A fresh approach might involve siding with a BTTS wager and there’s 1.56 on offer for Both Teams to Score No.

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Full-Time Result
Half-Time Result
Double Chance
Draw No Bet
Asian Handicap
Total Goals
Both Teams to Score

André Oliveira Silva Top of First Goalscorer List

Those interested in André Oliveira Silva to find the net anytime are able to get 3.80. There is the chance to back the favourite to score the first goal at odds of 6.75.

Player Goals
André Oliveira Silva (São Paulo)
Germán Cano (Fluminense)
Lucas dos Santos Ferreira (São Paulo)
Everaldo Stum (Fluminense)
Player Shots On Target
André Oliveira Silva (São Paulo)
Germán Cano (Fluminense)
Everaldo Stum (Fluminense)
Lucas dos Santos Ferreira (São Paulo)
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Team Stats
São Paulo logo São Paulo League Stats
Fluminense logo Fluminense League Stats
Full-Time Result
  • 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 3 wins, 3 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 home matches
Full-Time Result
  • 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches
Goals
Goals
Corners
Corners
Possession
Possession
Top Scorers & Assists
Top Scorers & Assists

São Paulo vs Fluminense Lineups & Team News

Avoid surprises — review the São Paulo vs Fluminense team news before you bet. Expect the predicted and confirmed Série A lineups along with timely injury updates.

São Paulo Confirmed Lineup 3-5-2

Fluminense Confirmed Lineup 3-5-2

São Paulo Confirmed Lineup 3-5-2

23 Rafael
32 Nahuel Ferraresi 5 Robert Arboleda 28 Alan Franco
6 Cedric Soares 20 Marcos Antonio 21 Damian Bobadilla 25 Alisson 13 Enzo Hernan Diaz
10 Luciano Neves 11 Ferreira
1 Fabio
26 Manoel Messias 3 Thiago Silva 22 Juan Freytes
23 Guga 8 Martinelli 5 Facundo Bernal 45 Vinicius Lima 17 Agustin Canobbio
99 John Kennedy 9 Everaldo

Fluminense Confirmed Lineup 3-5-2

São Paulo Substitutes

  • 14Gonzalo Tapia
  • 15Rodriguinho
  • 17Andre
  • 18Wendell
  • 19Juan Dinenno
  • 29Pablo Maia
  • 33Luan Santos
  • 35Sabino
  • 36Patryck
  • 43Felipe Negrucci
  • 48Lucas Ferreira
  • 93Jandrei

Fluminense Substitutes

  • 2Samuel Xavier
  • 7Yeferson Soteldo
  • 10Ganso
  • 11Keno
  • 14German Cano
  • 16Nonato
  • 18Ruben Lezcano
  • 27Marcelo Pitaluga
  • 29Thiago Santos
  • 35Hercules
  • 77Paulo Baya
  • 90Kevin Serna

Previous São Paulo Lineups

25 Jul Série A
Juventude 0-1 São Paulo
20 Jul Série A
São Paulo 2-0 Corinthians
17 Jul Série A
Bragantino 2-2 São Paulo
13 Jul Série A
Flamengo 2-0 São Paulo
13 Jun Série A
São Paulo 1-3 Vasco da Gama
01 Jun Série A
Bahia 2-1 São Paulo

Previous Fluminense Lineups

24 Jul Série A
Fluminense 1-2 Palmeiras
21 Jul Série A
Flamengo 1-0 Fluminense
18 Jul Série A
Fluminense 0-2 Cruzeiro
09 Jul FIFA Club World Cup
Fluminense 0-2 Chelsea
05 Jul FIFA Club World Cup
Fluminense 2-1 Al-Hilal
01 Jul FIFA Club World Cup
Inter Milan 0-2 Fluminense

Injuries & Suspensions

São Paulo Injury Table
Type Name Info
Andre Cruciate ligame
Fluminense Injury Table
Type Name Info
Samuel Xavier Thigh
Brazil FlagSérie A Table
2025 Season
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Flamengo 22 15 5 2 47:10 50
2 Cruzeiro 23 14 5 4 37:16 47
3 Palmeiras 21 14 4 3 32:17 46
4 Mirassol 22 10 9 3 39:23 39
5 Botafogo 22 10 6 6 33:17 36
6 Bahia 21 10 6 5 29:24 36
7 São Paulo 23 9 8 6 27:23 35
8 Bragantino 23 9 4 10 28:33 31
9 Corinthians 23 7 8 8 24:28 29
10 Fluminense 21 8 4 9 25:29 28
11 Ceará 22 7 6 9 21:22 27
12 Internacional 22 7 6 9 26:33 27
13 Atlético MG 21 6 7 8 21:25 25
14 Grêmio 22 6 7 9 20:27 25
15 Vasco da Gama 22 6 5 11 32:33 23
16 Santos 22 6 5 11 21:32 23
17 Vitória 23 4 10 9 19:34 22
18 Juventude 22 6 3 13 19:43 21
19 Fortaleza 22 4 6 12 22:34 18
20 Sport Recife 21 1 8 12 15:34 11
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Flamengo 12 9 3 0 32:3 30
2 Cruzeiro 12 9 1 2 23:9 28
3 Bahia 11 7 3 1 19:10 24
4 São Paulo 12 7 3 2 16:9 24
5 Palmeiras 11 7 2 2 17:8 23
6 Mirassol 10 6 4 0 23:10 22
7 Botafogo 11 5 4 2 21:12 19
8 Fluminense 10 6 1 3 12:10 19
9 Bragantino 12 5 3 4 16:17 18
10 Internacional 11 5 2 4 14:12 17
11 Vitória 11 4 5 2 14:12 17
12 Ceará 11 5 2 4 10:8 17
13 Juventude 12 5 2 5 14:14 17
14 Corinthians 11 4 4 3 14:11 16
15 Atlético MG 9 4 4 1 12:9 16
16 Grêmio 11 4 4 3 9:9 16
17 Fortaleza 12 4 2 6 16:16 14
18 Vasco da Gama 11 3 4 4 14:14 13
19 Santos 10 3 3 4 10:14 12
20 Sport Recife 10 0 5 5 8:16 5