This Thursday (29), at 09:30 pm, at Maracanã, Fluminense is preparing to face LDU-EQU in the long-awaited return match of the Recopa Sul-Americana.
Despite the 1-0 setback suffered in the first match, Tricolor is the favorite to win the title, according to bookmakers.
Fluminense, current holder of the Libertadores title, is seeking support from its fans in yet another decision.
The Laranjeiras club lifted the cup in the last three finals played at Maracanã, including the state championships in 2022 and 2023, in addition to consecration in the 2023 Libertadores.
LDU’s potential in search of the trophy
On the other hand, LDU, still in the early stages of the season, faces the challenge of consolidating its game against Fluminense’s experience and passion.
With only two games played so far, a friendly against Universidad Católica-EQU and the first game of the Recopa, the Ecuadorians enter the clash with little game rhythm.
It is worth noting that the Ecuadorian Championship is scheduled to start only at the beginning of March. To guarantee winning the trophy, LDU only needs a draw.
Odds from bookmakers for the Recopa
The main betting platforms, such as Bet7k, Casa de Apostas, Esportes da Sorte, Galera.bet, Onabet, Reals and Odds&Scouts, position Fluminense as the undisputed favorite. See below:
- Bet7k – Fluminense 1.39 x LDU 6.40
- Casa de Apostas – Fluminense 1.43 x LDU 6.95
- Esportes da Sorte – Fluminense 1.45 x LDU 7.33
- Galera.bet – Fluminense 1.42 x LDU 7.00
- Reals – Fluminense 1.42 x LDU 7.75
- Onabet – Fluminense 1.42 x LDU 7.75
- Odds & Scouts – Fluminense 1.42 x LDU 7.00
Summary of Fluminense’s current season
Fluminense’s trajectory this season is marked by ups and downs. This is because the main squad returned to activities after the other opponents due to the FIFA Club World Cup.
Thus, in the Recopa Sul-Americana, the club lost the first game at altitude.
While, at the regional level, in the Carioca Championship, the team maintains a good performance, with six wins, three draws and one defeat, consolidating itself as a strong candidate for the title and current champion.