Gremio vs Sao Paulo Prediction: Both Teams Delivering Consistent Performances

In the upcoming fixture of Brazil Serie A, Matchday 9, Gremio will be up against Sao Paulo at the Arena do Grêmio in Porto Alegre. According to the table standings of today, Gremio stands 5th with 4 wins and 14 points, whereas Sao Paulo stands 3rd with 4 wins and 15 points. With the points margin narrowing down, every side in the contest will be looking to start delivering consistent performances. The two teams last played in December 2021, and Gremio won (3-0). From the last four matches played between the two, Sao Paulo has once twice, whereas Gremio has stood only successful once. Continue reading to find out more about the upcoming matchup. 

Gremio - Starting Favorite at Home (WWWDD)

Moving forward in the contest, Gremio has produced three consecutive wins and is likely to dominate Sao Paulo in Arena do Grêmio. If Gremio manages a win in the upcoming contest, it will mark three consecutive wins at home. Moreover, a win will result in Gremio moving up in the top four standings, which will be a real achievement in itself. Gremio last played against Cruzeiro, in which Mathias Villasanti scored the opening goal and managed to win on penalties as well. With three wins and two wins in the last five matches played, Gremio is likely to start as favorite. In the last five matches played, Gremio has produced 7 goals, averaging 1.40 goals per game. In contrast to the scoring average, Gremio has conceded 3 goals, averaging 0.60 goals per game. Gremio has conceded 11 goals in the last 8 matches in the season, which is why Gremio is likely to concede at least a goal tomorrow as well.

Expected Opening Lineup for Gremio

Gabriel Grando; Fabio, Bruno Alves, Bruno Uvini: Reinaldo, Mathías Villasanti, Pepe, Bitello; Cuiabano, Vina, Luis Suarez.

Sao Paulo - Has Won Four of the Last Five Matches Played (DWWWW)

Sao Paulo is certainly producing ecstatic performances this season and has also managed to win against Sport Recife on penalties. Wellington Rato, Lucas Berlado, Jonathan Calleri, Rafinha, and Pablo Maia scored goals. Just like Gremio, Sao Paulo has stood unbeaten in the last five matches played. Moreover, Sao Paulo has produced 4 wins and a draw in the last five. Pressing on the scoring average, Sao Paulo has scored 11 goals in the last five matches played, averaging 2.20 goals per game. In the ongoing Serie A, Sao Paulo has only conceded 7 goals, which defines more about Sao Paulo’s concrete defense. Sao Paulo won’t be hesitant regarding the upcoming away fixture, as it has won the last two matches playing away from home. 

Expected Opening Lineup for Sao Paulo

Rafael; Rafinha, Diego Costa, Beraldo, Caio Paulista; Gabriel Neves, Pablo Maia; Rodrigo Nestor, Luciano, Marcos Paulo; Jonathan Calleri.

Expert Betting Tips

With 14 goals scored, and just 7 conceded in the 8 matches played, Sao Paulo will be looking to neutralize the home side. On the other hand, Gremio has produced significant performances at home this season, which is why the upcoming matchup is likely to be an intense one. Considering the consistent performances of the two competing sides in the recent matches played across all competitions, the upcoming matchup is likely to have both sides scoring and the match to result in a draw.

• Full Time Result - Draw for 3.10
• Total Under 2.5 for 1.75
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.85