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As Fluminense RJ prepares to host São Paulo FC on May 16, 2026, the battle in the Brazilian Serie A is poised to be a significant clash for both teams. Fluminense enters the match after a challenging stretch, securing only 1 victory in their last 5 encounters. This inconsistent form places pressure on their ability to capitalize on home advantage.
On the other hand, São Paulo FC has fared slightly better recently, managing to win 2 of their last 5 matches. Their performance indicates a more stable rhythm, which could provide a tactical edge as they visit Fluminense’s home ground.
Bookmakers favor Fluminense with odds of 1.88 for a home win, suggesting that they are seen as slight favorites. Our model assigns a 51.8% probability of a home victory, with a predicted final score of 1:0, indicating a closely contested match. Fluminense will likely rely on solid defensive organization and opportunistic counter-attacks, while São Paulo may leverage a more dynamic and aggressive offensive approach.
Ultimately, while the data suggests favorability for Fluminense, the unpredictability of football ensures that both teams have a fighting chance in this critical encounter.
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| Fluminense 49.7% |
Draw 27.6% |
São Paulo 22.7% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 1:0
Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.88 | 3.45 | 3.95 | |
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1.92 | 3.48 | 4.27 | |
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1.85 | 3.25 | 4 | |
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1.92 | 3.38 | 4.25 |
Latest Results
| 09.05.26 Fluminense RJ – EC Vitória Salvador – 2:2 06.05.26 Independiente Rivadavia – Fluminense RJ – 1:1 03.05.26 Internacional RS – Fluminense RJ – 2:0 30.04.26 Bolívar La Paz – Fluminense RJ – 2:0 26.04.26 Fluminense RJ – Chapecoense-SC – 2:1 |
07.05.26 OHiggins – São Paulo FC – 0:0 03.05.26 São Paulo FC – EC Bahia – 2:2 28.04.26 Millonarios FC – São Paulo FC – 0:0 25.04.26 São Paulo FC – Mirassol – 1:0 21.04.26 São Paulo FC – EC Juventude – 1:0 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 27.11.25 Fluminense RJ – São Paulo FC – 6:0 27.07.25 São Paulo FC – Fluminense RJ – 3:1 01.09.24 Fluminense RJ – São Paulo FC – 2:0 13.05.24 São Paulo FC – Fluminense RJ – 2:1 22.11.23 Fluminense RJ – São Paulo FC – 1:0 |
Standings
2026
| Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
| 1 | Palmeiras | 14 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 24:11 | 13 | 33 |
| 2 | Flamengo RJ | 13 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 26:12 | 14 | 27 |
| 3 | Fluminense | 15 | 8 | 3 | 4 | 25:20 | 5 | 27 |
| 4 | Sao Paulo | 14 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 19:13 | 6 | 24 |
| 5 | Athletico-PR | 14 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 20:15 | 5 | 23 |
| 6 | Bahia | 14 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 20:18 | 2 | 22 |
| 7 | Bragantino | 14 | 6 | 2 | 6 | 17:16 | 1 | 20 |
| 8 | Coritiba | 15 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 18:19 | -1 | 20 |
| 9 | Vitoria | 14 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 18:20 | -2 | 19 |
| 10 | Cruzeiro | 15 | 5 | 4 | 6 | 20:25 | -5 | 19 |
| 11 | Internacional | 15 | 4 | 6 | 5 | 16:16 | 0 | 18 |
| 12 | Botafogo RJ | 13 | 5 | 2 | 6 | 25:26 | -1 | 17 |
| 13 | Atletico-MG | 14 | 5 | 2 | 7 | 17:20 | -3 | 17 |
| 14 | Vasco | 14 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 20:21 | -1 | 17 |
| 15 | Gremio | 14 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 15:16 | -1 | 17 |
| 16 | Santos | 14 | 3 | 6 | 5 | 19:22 | -3 | 15 |
| 17 | Corinthians | 14 | 3 | 6 | 5 | 10:13 | -3 | 15 |
| 18 | Mirassol | 13 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 15:19 | -4 | 12 |
| 19 | Remo | 14 | 2 | 5 | 7 | 15:24 | -9 | 11 |
| 20 | Chapecoense-SC | 13 | 1 | 5 | 7 | 13:26 | -13 | 8 |
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