Serie A Gameweek 27
Gremio 1 - 2 FT Vasco DA Gama
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Tchê Tchê 26'
Cuiabano 45'+2
HT
Robert Renan 53'
↓ Paulo Henrique ↑Jose Luis Rodriguez 55'
↓ Adson ↑Bruno Duarte Da Silva 55'
61' ↓ Jovane Cabral ↑Juan Nardoni
71' ↓ Tetê ↑José Enamorado
↓ Carlos Cuesta ↑Jair 73'
↓ Tchê Tchê ↑Alan Lescano 73'
Thiago Mendes 76'
↓ Cuiabano ↑Lucas Piton 78'
Facundo Colidio (Bruno Duarte Da Silva) 80'
86' ↓ Walter Kannemann ↑Matheus Nascimento
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Gremio
Goalkeepers
Weverton 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Diego Caito 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
59%
Duel Win %
Wallace 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Walter Kannemann
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Pedro Gabriel 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
Erick Noriega 
MAGNET
65
Activity
65
Activity
54
Passes
11
Duels
Tetê 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
29%
Pass Acc
Mathías Villasanti 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Filip Krovinović
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Jovane Cabral
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
Forwards
Carlos Vinícius
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Gabriel Grando 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Marcos Rocha
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Wagner Leonardo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gustavo Martins
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
João Pedro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Juan Nardoni
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bernardo Zortea
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Danilo Barbosa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Riquelme
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matheus Nascimento
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
4
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Martin Braithwaite
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
José Enamorado
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Vasco DA Gama
Goalkeepers
Léo Jardim
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Paulo Henrique
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
55
Total Mins
55
Entry
Carlos Cuesta
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
73
Total Mins
73
Entry
Robert Renan
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
36%
Duel Win %
Cuiabano
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
10
Tackles
63%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Santiago Sosa
MAGNET
76
Activity
76
Activity
67
Passes
9
Duels
Adson
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Tchê Tchê 
SWEEPER
3
Cleanups
3
Cleanups
2
Interceptions
1
Blocks
Thiago Mendes 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Andrés Gómez
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Forwards
Facundo Colidio
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
BENCH
Daniel Fuzato
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Lucas Piton
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
José Luis Rodríguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
35
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lucas Freitas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jair
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nuno Moreira
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alan Lescano
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cauan Barros
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ramon Rique
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marino Hinestroza
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bruno Duarte 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.8
Rating
David
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/22/2026 | Vasco DA Gama | 2 - 1 | Gremio | Serie A | Estádio São Januário |
| 11/20/2025 | Gremio | 2 - 0 | Vasco DA Gama | Serie A | Arena do Grêmio |
| 07/19/2025 | Vasco DA Gama | 1 - 1 | Gremio | Serie A | Estádio São Januário |
| 07/28/2024 | Gremio | 1 - 0 | Vasco DA Gama | Serie A | Arena Condá |
| 04/14/2024 | Vasco DA Gama | 2 - 1 | Gremio | Serie A | Estádio São Januário |
| 12/03/2023 | Gremio | 1 - 0 | Vasco DA Gama | Serie A | Arena do Grêmio |
| 08/06/2023 | Vasco DA Gama | 1 - 0 | Gremio | Serie A | Estádio São Januário |
| 09/11/2022 | Gremio | 2 - 1 | Vasco DA Gama | Serie B | Arena do Grêmio |
| 06/02/2022 | Vasco DA Gama | 0 - 0 | Gremio | Serie B | Estádio Vasco da Gama |
| 12/06/2020 | Gremio | 4 - 0 | Vasco DA Gama | Serie A | Arena do Grêmio |
03/22/2026
11/20/2025
07/19/2025
07/28/2024
04/14/2024
12/03/2023
08/06/2023
09/11/2022
06/02/2022
12/06/2020
Gremio Win
Vasco DA Gama Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 27 GD: +31
P: 27 GD: +26
P: 27 GD: +10
P: 27 GD: +9
P: 27 GD: +6
P: 27 GD: 0
P: 26 GD: +4
P: 27 GD: -1
P: 26 GD: +3
P: 26 GD: 0
P: 26 GD: +1
P: 27 GD: -12
P: 27 GD: -1
P: 26 GD: -3
P: 27 GD: -11
P: 27 GD: -5
P: 26 GD: -7
P: 26 GD: -12
P: 27 GD: -14
League Standings
P: 31 GD: +36
P: 31 GD: +32
P: 31 GD: +12
P: 31 GD: +4
P: 31 GD: +10
P: 31 GD: +7
P: 31 GD: +5
P: 31 GD: +2
P: 31 GD: +1
P: 31 GD: +3
P: 31 GD: -4
P: 31 GD: -11
P: 31 GD: -11
P: 31 GD: -8
P: 30 GD: -7
P: 31 GD: -7
P: 31 GD: -7
P: 31 GD: -10
P: 31 GD: -15
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Gremio
Vasco DA Gama
Gremio
Vasco DA Gama
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Vasco's Late Blitz Stuns Gremio in Relegation Scrap
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 58/100. This historic derby proved to be a desperate fight for survival that flipped completely in four frantic second-half minutes.
The Cagey Opening
The Stakes heading into this classic fixture could not have been higher, with both heavyweights dragging themselves through a gruelling relegation battle. Gremio came out looking to dictate terms on their home turf. They edged possession in the first half, keeping the visitors pinned back and searching for early defensive cracks. The breakthrough arrived when Mathias Villasanti struck in the 39th minute, sending the home crowd into raptures. For a long time, that solitary goal looked like it might be enough to secure a precious three points for the hosts. The tempo was methodical, and the tactical setup seemed to stifle any genuine attacking rhythm from the opposition. The early stages painted a picture of a team doing just enough to pull away from the dreaded drop zone.
The Four-Minute Flip
Everything changed as the clock ticked past the hour mark. The Balance of the match shifted violently during an incredibly chaotic sequence. Desperation forced the visitors to abandon their cautious approach, throwing bodies forward to salvage their survival hopes. Their lifeline came out of nowhere when Thiago Mendes found the back of the net in the 76th minute to level the scoreline. Before the home side could even process the equalizer, disaster struck again. A brilliant intervention turned the game on its head. Just four minutes later, substitute Bruno Duarte Da Silva carved open the defensive line to set up Facundo Colidio. His clinical finish silenced the stadium and completed an astonishing turnaround. The hosts were left completely shell-shocked by the sudden collapse.
The Aftermath
This result carries a massive Upset Factor, completely reshaping the narrative at the bottom of the table. Vasco DA Gama defied the odds to secure a monumental victory that could redefine their entire campaign. A staggering Intensity defined this six-pointer, evident in the 30 total shots taken by both sides. Instead of retreating, the visitors engaged in a wild shootout that ultimately paid off. Snatching three points on the road pulls them agonizingly close to safety and drags their bitter rivals deeper into the mire. For the home side, throwing away a crucial lead in such spectacular fashion will prompt serious questions in the dressing room. This classic derby delivered pure drama, proving exactly why the fight for survival produces some of the most captivating football.
Key Questions
How did Gremio complete the comeback from behind?
It was actually Vasco DA Gama who mounted the comeback, overturning a 1-0 deficit with two rapid-fire late goals.
How did substitute Thiago Mendes change the game?
Thiago Mendes sparked the revival with his equalizer, though it was substitute Bruno Duarte Da Silva who assisted the decisive winner.
Did the derby intensity affect the quality of play?
Yes, the historic Classico Vovos generated massive attacking volume. A combined 30 shots proved both teams abandoned caution in this thrilling six-pointer.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Desperation and Derby Day Drama Await
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 43/100. Our take is that this gritty relegation six-pointer offers pure survival tension over free-flowing, beautiful football.
The Setup
This isn't just another fixture; it's a bitter clash branded as the Classico Vovos, arriving at the worst possible time for both Brazilian giants. Gremio sit dangerously in 15th with 28 points, while Vasco DA Gama languish in the dreaded drop zone with 25. A loss for the hosts pulls them right into the mire, whereas Vasco desperately need a lifeline. An incredibly high Balance rating highlights just how evenly matched these struggling sides are. With a low Stakes score assigned by the overall league picture, the human reality on September 12 is entirely different—this is a classic relegation six-pointer. Neither team boasts a Form rating that inspires real confidence, turning this encounter into a pure battle of nerve and willpower where every tackle matters.
Key Battle
Our verdict zeroes in on the showdown down the flank between Gremio's Cristian Pavón and Vasco's Lucas Piton. Pavón provides the direct, creative spark the hosts desperately need to break down stubborn, desperate defenses. On the other side, Piton must not only lock down his defensive third but also provide crucial overlaps to relieve the intense pressure on his teammates. With a modest Stars rating indicating a lack of game-breaking superstars on the pitch, individual, gritty battles like this one will completely dictate the match's tempo.
Our Prediction
Expect a deeply cagey, foul-heavy affair where the fear of losing overrides the desire to win. Neither side wants to make the fatal mistake that condemns them to a loss. Gremio have a slight edge playing in front of their famously demanding home crowd, but Vasco's sheer desperation will force a gritty 1-1 draw. We expect an early goal to be canceled out by a scrappy second-half equalizer, leaving both giants still deeply entrenched in the Serie A survival fight.