Serie A Regular Season - 8
Vasco DA Gama 2 - 1 FT Gremio
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
7' Cuiabano (David)
22' Cuiabano
34' David (Cuiabano)
Carlos Vinicius (J. Nardoni) 38'
HT
↓ Tete ↑J. Enamorado 46'
↓ Fabian Balbuena ↑Gustavo Martins 46'
Viery 48'
↓ J. Nardoni ↑Willian 56'
58' ↓ N. Moreira ↑M. Hinestroza
58' ↓ Paulo Henrique ↑J. Rodriguez
↓ F. Amuzu ↑Gabriel Mec 64'
68' ↓ Thiago Mendes ↑Matheus Franca
69' ↓ David ↑J. Rojas
70' J. Rodriguez
↓ Carlos Vinicius ↑M. Braithwaite 75'
82' ↓ Cuiabano ↑Lucas Piton
90'+4 Andres Gomez
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Vasco DA Gama
Goalkeepers
Léo Jardim 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Paulo Henrique 
DRIBBLER
3
Dribbles
3
Dribbles
3
Attempts
100%
Success %
Alan Saldivia 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
62%
Duel Win %
Robert Renan 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cuiabano 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Midfielders
Hugo Moura
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nuno Moreira
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
58
Total Mins
58
Entry
Tchê Tchê
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Thiago Mendes 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
24%
Pass Acc
Andrés Gómez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
David
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
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
Carlos Cuesta
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Puma Rodríguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
36
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lucas Freitas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cauan Barros
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Johan Rojas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Adson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marino Hinestroza
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
36
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matheus França
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
26
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Brenner
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Claudio Spinelli
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gremio
Goalkeepers
Weverton
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Cristian Pavón
DRIBBLER
3
Dribbles
3
Dribbles
3
Attempts
100%
Success %
Fabián Balbuena
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Viery 
MAGNET
95
Activity
95
Activity
88
Passes
7
Duels
Caio Paulista
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Juan Nardoni 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.3
Rating
Leonel Pérez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Arthur
MAGNET
102
Activity
102
Activity
94
Passes
8
Duels
Forwards
Tetê
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Carlos Vinícius
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Francis Amuzu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
64
Total Mins
64
Entry
BENCH
Gabriel Grando
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Gustavo Martins
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
49
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marcos Rocha
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Walter Kannemann
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pedro Gabriel
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Erick Noriega
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Miguel Monsalve
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Willian
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
38
Total Mins
Started
Entry
José Enamorado
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
49
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gabriel Mec
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
André Henrique
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Martin Braithwaite
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 08/23/2020 | Vasco DA Gama | 0 - 0 | Gremio | Serie A | Estádio Club de Regatas Vasco da Gama |
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
08/23/2020
Vasco DA Gama Win
Gremio Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 8 GD: +9
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +5
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +8
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 8 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: 0
P: 8 GD: 0
P: 7 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -3
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -3
P: 7 GD: -2
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 8 GD: -5
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Palmeiras | 12 | 29 | 22 | 10 | +12 | |
| 2 | Flamengo | 11 | 23 | 20 | 10 | +10 | |
| 3 | Fluminense | 12 | 23 | 21 | 15 | +6 | |
| 4 | Sao Paulo | 13 | 23 | 17 | 11 | +6 | |
| 5 | Bahia | 12 | 21 | 17 | 14 | +3 | |
| 6 | Atletico Paranaense | 12 | 19 | 17 | 14 | +3 | |
| 7 | Coritiba | 13 | 19 | 15 | 13 | +2 | |
| 8 | RB Bragantino | 12 | 17 | 15 | 14 | +1 | |
| 9 | Botafogo | 12 | 17 | 24 | 24 | 0 | |
| 10 | Vasco DA Gama | 13 | 16 | 18 | 19 | -1 | |
| 11 | Gremio | 13 | 16 | 15 | 16 | -1 | |
| 12 | Cruzeiro | 13 | 16 | 17 | 21 | -4 | |
| 13 | Vitoria | 11 | 15 | 11 | 14 | -3 | |
| 14 | Corinthians | 13 | 15 | 9 | 11 | -2 | |
| 15 | Atletico-MG | 12 | 14 | 14 | 15 | -1 | |
| 16 | Internacional | 13 | 14 | 12 | 14 | -2 | |
| 17 | Santos | 13 | 14 | 18 | 21 | -3 | |
| 18 | Mirassol | 12 | 9 | 13 | 18 | -5 | |
| 19 | Remo | 13 | 8 | 13 | 23 | -10 | |
| 20 | Chapecoense-sc | 11 | 8 | 11 | 22 | -11 |
P: 12 GD: +12
P: 11 GD: +10
P: 12 GD: +6
P: 13 GD: +6
P: 12 GD: +3
P: 12 GD: +3
P: 13 GD: +2
P: 12 GD: +1
P: 12 GD: 0
P: 13 GD: -1
P: 13 GD: -1
P: 13 GD: -4
P: 11 GD: -3
P: 13 GD: -2
P: 12 GD: -1
P: 13 GD: -2
P: 13 GD: -3
P: 12 GD: -5
P: 13 GD: -10
P: 11 GD: -11
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Derby Delight for Vasco as First-Half Blitz Sinks Gremio
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 36/100. A breathless opening half at Estádio São Januário proved decisive as Vasco's sheer counter-attacking edge successfully dismantled Gremio's possession-heavy tactical approach.
The Opening Act
A high Intensity rating tells the true story of a frantic first half at Estádio São Januário, where the home crowd demanded an immediate response. Vasco DA Gama wasted absolutely no time asserting their dominance in this fierce regional clash. While Gremio eventually dominated possession with 62% of the ball, they were repeatedly caught cold by sudden, aggressive transitions through the middle. The tone was definitively set in the seventh minute when Cuiabano broke the deadlock. Latching onto a beautifully weighted pass from David, he finished with a calmness that defied the chaotic atmosphere. The home side showcased a ruthless counter-attacking efficiency that completely bypassed the visitors' midfield lines, leaving the travelling supporters stunned in the away end.
The Pivot
The Balance of the match shifted decisively toward the hosts in the 34th minute. Returning the earlier favour with equal precision, Cuiabano turned provider, threading a brilliant ball to David who made no mistake to double the advantage. That quick-fire sequence effectively won the game, generating the bulk of Vasco's impressive 1.48 expected goals on the night. However, Gremio refused to fold entirely and immediately sought a lifeline. Just four minutes later, Carlos Vinícius latched onto a clever, penetrating pass from J. Nardoni to pull one back. That strike injected sudden doubt into a crowd that had already started celebrating a rout, entirely changing the psychological complexion of the match heading into the tunnel at halftime.
Resolution
With the Stakes exceptionally high for Copa Sudamericana positioning, the second half transformed into a tense tactical stalemate. Vasco retreated into a disciplined defensive shape, perfectly content to absorb pressure and protect their slender advantage. Gremio passed the ball meticulously—racking up well over 500 total passes—but lacked the essential cutting edge to break down a resolute home defence. They mustered only 0.50 xG overall, struggling to significantly test the goalkeeper despite their territorial control. This hard-fought 2-1 victory sends Vasco leaping up the table into a stronger continental spot. Meanwhile, it leaves Gremio's manager to ponder exactly how they can turn such sterile possession into genuine attacking threat in their upcoming crucial league fixtures.
Key Questions
What made Cuiabano the Man of the Match?
Delivering both a goal and an assist within 34 minutes, his explosive decision-making completely shattered Gremio's defensive shape during Vasco's crucial first-half offensive blitz.
Did the derby intensity affect the quality of play?
Yes, the high emotion fuelled a frantic opening half with three quick goals, before the match ultimately settled into a gritty, cautious defensive battle after the break.
What is the Classico Vovos?
The Classico Vovos is the rivalry between Vasco DA Gama and Gremio, a passionate regional rivalry with deep local significance.
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.
Early Season Derby Looks Set to Sputter
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 65/100. While local bragging rights are on the line, early-season rust and inconsistent performances suggest this Classico Vovos might be more grind than glory.
The Setup
The Vasco DA Gama faithful are already anxious as their side sits dangerously low in the early standings. Their dismal Form reflects a disjointed start, marked by a frustrating string of defeats and structural disarray. Facing them are Gremio, who boast a slightly better record but remain wildly unpredictable week to week. The Stakes feel somewhat muted this early in the campaign, though a healthy Stars rating indicates there is enough individual brilliance on the pitch to produce a moment of magic. Our reading of the tactical Balance tilts firmly towards the visitors, largely thanks to a potent attacking unit facing off against Vasco's leaky defence.
Key Battle
The contest will likely be decided when Thiago Mendes attempts to anchor the midfield against the relentless penalty-box threat of Carlos Vinícius. Mendes has a monumental task in screening his backline; if Gremio's in-form hitman is allowed a fraction of space, he has the ruthless efficiency to punish the hosts instantly.
Our Prediction
Do not expect a free-flowing spectacle. Gremio have the clear edge in final-third quality, but Vasco will dig their heels in to avoid an embarrassing home defeat to a rival. We anticipate a scrappy, hard-fought 1-1 draw where fouls outnumber clear-cut chances.