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Brazilian Serie A: Sao Paulo vs Gremio
Kickoff Time: 2024-07-18 07:00(HKT)
Source: USA TODAY Sports/Carla Carniel
In the previous round of the league, Sao Paulo suffered a 1-2 defeat against Atletico MG in an away game with one player less, ending their four-game winning streak. However, Sao Paulo’s recent form has been quite good overall. After a four-game win-less streak, they have recorded four wins and one loss in the last five league matches, showing significant improvement. Additionally, Sao Paulo have been strong at home, with five wins, one draw, and two losses in their eight home games so far, resulting in a 62% winning rate. They have scored 12 goals and conceded only six, demonstrating a solid performance in both attack and defense. Considering their home advantage, Sao Paulo are definitely a tough opponent.
In the Copa do Brazil, Gremio secured a 3-1 victory over Operario Ferroviario, putting an end to their three games win-less streak. While Gremio advanced to the next round of the competition, their performance in the league has been lackluster. Currently, Gremio find themselves in the relegation zone with only three wins, two draws, and nine losses. Over the past 10 league matches, they have managed just one win, two draws, and seven losses, showing no signs of form. Furthermore, Gremio struggle when playing away matches, having obtained only one draw and suffered five losses in six away games so far this season. Their away performance has been notably poor. Therefore, it is difficult to have high expectations for Gremio’s away performance.
In their past five encounters, Sao Paulo have claimed three wins while Gremio have two wins, giving Sao Paulo a slight edge in performance. When comparing the overall performances of both teams this season, Sao Paulo have undoubtedly been more impressive than Gremio. Moreover, Sao Paulo’s recent form has significantly improved, while Gremio’s performance has been quite the opposite. With the advantage of playing at home, Sao Paulo are expected to secure all three points.
Sao Paulo’s Last 5 Games: LWWWW
24-07-12 Atletico MG 2-1 Sao Paulo
24-07-07 Sao Paulo 2-0 Bragantino
24-07-04 Athletico Paranaense 1-2 Sao Paulo
24-07-01 Sao Paulo 3-1 Bahia
24-06-28 Sao Paulo 2-1 Criciuma
Gremio’s Last 5 Games: WLLDW
24-07-14 Gremio 3-1 Operario Ferroviario
24-07-11 Gremio 0-2 Cruzeiro
24-07-08 Juventude 3-0 Gremio
24-07-05 Gremio 2-2 Palmeiras
24-07-01 Gremio 1-0 Fluminense
Head To Head Record:
23-10-22 Sao Paulo 3-0 Gremio
23-06-05 Gremio 2-1 Sao Paulo
21-12-03 Gremio 3-0 Sao Paulo
21-08-15 Sao Paulo 2-1 Gremio
21-02-15 Gremio 1-2 Sao Paulo
Prediction: Sao Paulo to win