Grêmio vs Cuiabá Prediction: The home team is the favorite but must be careful

Only leader Botafogo has managed to beat Grêmio at its Arena in this edition of the Brasileirão. The Gaúchos occupy fourth place in the table with 36 points, with 26 of these points secured at home. In this Round 22 match, Grêmio is the favorite but must be wary of its opponent, who has proven dangerous in away games. Cuiabá is on a three-game losing streak after a surprising first half of the season. The Mato Grosso do Sul's team has managed five away wins, so clearly knows what to do in adverse environments.

The Immortal beat Cruzeiro 3-0 at home in the last round. The game marked Luis Suaréz's return to goals and finished a career negative record for the star with 743 minutes without scoring. Grêmio will play its second home g ame in a row and can take advantage of the big classics in this round, Botafogo vs Flamengo and Corinthians vs Palmeiras. The Gaúchos still have a game against Corinthians in hand, finally scheduled for September 19. Renato Portaluppi's team has already scored 23 goals at home in 11 games due to its attacking and dominating style of play. Cuiabá has accustomed many Brasileirão lovers to good defensive performances, so Grêmio must be on top form to get the three points.

After four brilliant wins in a row, the Dourado has lost by 2-0 in the last three games. What is the real Cuiabá? Its fans are hoping that it's just a bad run of form, but there are certainly those who think that the team's recent form is normal for the players' worth. This match against Grêmio won't be the easiest to get back to winning ways, so Cuiabá will probably be satisfied with a draw. If the Auriverde manages to hold on to the draw until half-time, the chances of a surprise will increase. Grêmio will be pushing hard right from the start. A fourth defeat in a row will increase the pressure on the Dourado. 

Victory for the home team is the most likely outcome, and with no signs of an improvement from Cuiabá, I'm betting on Grêmio. The Gaúchos also know that the team can gain points on its closest opponents in the table, which will have tough games. Star striker Suaréz scored again against Cruzeiro and will be keen to do the same against Cuiabá.