Grêmio and São Paulo Lineups Announced for BR-25 Showdown
On Thursday, November 16, Grêmio will host São Paulo in a crucial BR-25 matchup. The game takes place at Grêmio’s Arena at 7 PM Brasília time as part of the 28th round of the Brasileirão. Both teams have been frustrated with recent performances, particularly regarding refereeing decisions.
Teams Overview
Grêmio currently has 33 points and is focused on avoiding the relegation zone (Z-4). Their home record includes five wins, five draws, and three losses. In contrast, São Paulo holds 38 points and aims to close the gap to the top six teams (G-6). Their away performance shows three victories, five ties, and five defeats.
Player Status and Suspensions
- Grêmio will miss key players due to suspensions:
- Kannemann
- Marlon
- André Henrique
- However, Grêmio welcomes back:
- Marcos Rocha
- Cuéllar
- Carlos Vinícius
- Colombian player Cuéllar will start on the bench.
Grêmio’s injury list now includes Aravena, while Volpi continues his recovery. Bobadilla is unavailable due to commitments with the Paraguayan national team in South Korea. Pablo Maia is also under suspension.
Injuries and Defensive Lineup
Oscar has recently healed from spinal fractures but is now nursing a left calf injury. Additionally, Enzo Díaz is dealing with hip pain, which complicates defensive strategies.
- Grêmio’s defensive lineup will feature:
- Sabino
- Arboleda
- Alan Franco
- Felipe Preis will step in as the third goalkeeper after Leandro reported thigh discomfort.
The upcoming fixture promises to be intense as both teams seek to improve their standings in the league. Fans eagerly anticipate this showdown between Grêmio and São Paulo.
