VAR Overturns André Henrique’s Goal for Offside in Grêmio vs Fluminense Match with Fluminense Leading 1-0 at Arena

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VAR Overturns André Henrique’s Goal for Offside in Grêmio vs Fluminense Match with Fluminense Leading 1-0 at Arena

In a critical Brasileirão matchup on December 2, 2025, Grêmio faced Fluminense at the Arena do Grêmio in Porto Alegre. The game, held at 21:30, featured a controversial moment when VAR overturned André Henrique’s goal for offside just before halftime.

Key Match Events

Fluminense took an early lead in the match, with Soteldo scoring in the 18th minute following a defensive error by Grêmio’s Thiago Volpi. This goal was confirmed by VAR five minutes later.

Here are the significant moments leading up to the goal annulment:

18′: Soteldo scores for Fluminense after a mistake by Volpi.
27′: Cristian Pavón shoots from outside the box, forcing a save from Fluminense’s Fábio.
31′: Alysson assists Pavón, who misses a potential equalizer.
47′: Everaldo’s chance goes over the bar.
50′: André Henrique finds the net, but VAR calls it offside.

VAR Decision Changes Game Dynamics

The pivotal moment occurred when André Henrique scored in the 50th minute. The goal was initially celebrated by Grêmio but was promptly ruled out by the assistant referee’s flag for offside. The VAR review, which took around a minute, confirmed the offside position of André Henrique. This decision halted the momentum Grêmio had been building during the match.

Despite the cancellation of the goal, Grêmio maintained pressure as they searched for an equalizer, but Fluminense’s defense, anchored by players such as Freytes and Renê, successfully thwarted their attempts.

Match Statistics and Overview

As the first half concluded, Grêmio had six total shots, matching Fluminense’s five, with both teams creating three clear chances. Possession was slightly in favor of Grêmio, who held 52% of the ball. In contrast, Fluminense capitalized on counter-attacks more effectively.

Second Half Outlook

The second half was set to commence with the score at 0-1 in favor of Fluminense. Grêmio’s coach, Mano Menezes, indicated a desire to quicken the pace of play following the offside decision. Players from both sides had expressed their frustration with the officiating decisions, particularly regarding the pivotal VAR call.

Fans and analysts alike remained focused on the tactical adjustments each team would make in response to the events of the first half. The stage was set for a compelling second half as Grêmio sought to convert their pressure into goals while Fluminense aimed to secure their lead.