São Paulo FC prepares to take on Grêmio FB Porto Alegrense

As São Paulo FC prepares to take on Grêmio FB Porto Alegrense, they’ll be bringing into the fray an average of 1.4 points gathered from their last five games across all venues. An interesting point to note is that both teams have found the net in four of these games, with São Paulo netting six times. The warm reception of their home fans has seen them score in their last three games, though they have also recorded four goalless home matches this season. On a positive note, they are currently enjoying an unbeaten run of three games.

Gearing up for the showdown, Grêmio has accrued a point per game on average from their last five games, irrespective of the venue. In three of these games, the opposition has also breached their defences. Their scoring prowess is evident as they have found the net eight times in their last five fixtures while also scoring in their last four games consecutively.

This match on 18th July 2024 marks yet another faceoff in the Serie A between the two sides, with their last encounter ending in a 1-1 draw. Historic data shows that they have squared off 22 times, with São Paulo winning seven times and Grêmio eight times. Seven of these games have been draws. On average, their games have seen 1.82 goals, with both teams scoring in 41% of the games.

In this Serie A season, São Paulo’s average at home stands at 1.86 points per game against Grêmio’s away average of 0.2 points per game. Given these details, it sets up an enticing encounter between two evenly-matched sides.

Insights

• São Paulo has a slight edge in their recent form, securing 7 points from their last 5 matches as compared to Grêmio’s 5.
• São Paulo boasts a strong scoring streak, finding the net in their last 3 home games and scoring 6 times in their last 5 fixtures while Grêmio has scored 8 times in the same period.
• BTTS (Both Teams To Score) betting might be profitable as it has occurred in 4 out of 5 games for São Paulo and 3 out of 5 games for Grêmio.
• The possibility of either team going goalless is low as per recent trends. São Paulo has failed to score only in 4 home matches and Grêmio has scored in their last 4 games.
• São Paulo is currently on a three-game unbeaten streak.
• Historical encounters between the two teams suggest a tightly contested match-up with São Paulo winning 7, Grêmio winning 8, and 7 games ending in a draw from their past 22 matches.
• The last encounter between the two teams resulted in a 1-1 draw.
• Grêmio’s average away performance this season is very poor with just 0.2 points per game, while São Paulo has averaged 1.86 points per game in home matches.
• The average number of goals in this fixture is 1.82 while BTTS has occurred 41% of the time, suggesting a possibility of a low scoring game.

Match Forecast

• Grêmio FC is likely to exploit São Paulo FC’s weakness against attacks down the wing, especially on the left, as it aligns with their own strengths and play style.
• There will likely be many scoring opportunities for Grêmio FC given São Paulo FC’s difficulty in stopping opponent’s from creating chances, combined with Grêmio’s ability to create scoring chances.
• São Paulo FC’s strength in defending set pieces could limit the scoring opportunities from Grêmio FC’s corners and free-kicks.
• Both teams share a weakness of stopping opponents from creating chances, so it’s likely to be a game with lots of scoring opportunities on both sides.
• Grêmio’s weakness in defending against through ball attacks is likely to be exploited by São Paulo FC’s style of playing short passes and controlling the game in the opposition’s half.
• Both teams could struggle to finish their ample scoring opportunities, as each team is weak in this regard.
• São Paulo FC might struggle to keep the lead due to Grêmio’s strong ability to come back from losing positions.
• The non-aggressive style from Grêmio might lead to São Paulo FC having the majority of ball possession and control of the game.
• Grêmio’s difficulties in aerial duels and defending set-pieces could give an edge to São Paulo FC during corner situations and free kicks.
• Due to Grêmio’s weakness in defending against skillful players, individual talents from the São Paulo FC team might shine in the game.

Match Facts

1. A 0-1 defeat is the most recurrent result for matches between Sao Paulo FC SP and Gremio FB Porto Alegrense RS, with 7 previous matches ending this way.
2. Sao Paulo FC SP has triumphed 9 times, experienced 6 draws and lost 3 times to Gremio FB Porto Alegrense RS in their previous 18 home matches. The goal discrepancy is 21-12, favoring Sao Paulo FC SP.
3. In their last 37 encounters, Sao Paulo FC SP has won 13 times, drawn 9 times, and Gremio FB Porto Alegrense RS victorious in 15. The teams have a goal difference of 40-36, advantageous to Gremio FB Porto Alegrense RS.
4. The last away victory of Gremio FB Porto Alegrense RS against Sao Paulo FC SP was recorded in 2013.
5. It is noteworthy that 39% of Sao Paulo FC SP’s goals are scored within the last 15 minutes of the game.
6. Sao Paulo FC SP scored the lowest percentage of goals (3%) within the 61-75 minute mark in the league.
7. An interesting observation is that Gremio FB Porto Alegrense RS scored 21% of their goals within the 31-45 minute period.
8. Sao Paulo FC SP is currently on a 4-game unbeaten run.
9. Gremio FB Porto Alegrense RS is experiencing a 4-game winless streak.
10. Gremio FB Porto Alegrense RS has failed to secure a victory in their last 6 away matches.
11. Sao Paulo FC SP has maintained an unbeaten record against Gremio FB Porto Alegrense RS in their last 9 home games.
12. In the current Brasileiro Serie A season, Sao Paulo FC SP has failed to score in 4 of their 14 home matches.
13. Gremio FB Porto Alegrense RS has equally failed to put any goal in 4 of their 13 away games in this season’s Brasileiro Serie A.
14. Sao Paulo FC SP’s top goalscorer is Jonathan Calleri with 9 goals, with Luis Suarez also scoring 9 times for Gremio FB Porto Alegrense RS.
15. In terms of assists, Alisson leads for Sao Paulo FC SP with 4, while Luis Suarez has provided the most for Gremio FB Porto Alegrense RS (6).
16. Gremio FB Porto Alegrense RS has let in at least one goal per game in their last 5 matches.
17. Gremio FB Porto Alegrense RS maintains an 8-game goal-scoring streak.
18. Sao Paulo FC SP and Gremio FB Porto Alegrense RS win the first half in 32% and 38% of their games, respectively.
19. The last face-off saw Gremio FB Porto Alegrense RS take the win.
20. Gremio FB Porto Alegrense RS secured a one-goal victory in their most recent match against Sao Paulo FC SP.
21. A home lead of 1-0 for Sao Paulo FC SP culminates in a victory 94% of the time.
22. When Gremio FB Porto Alegrense RS is up 1-0 away, they clinch the match in 71% of cases.
23. Sao Paulo FC SP manages to win 25% of their matches when they are down 1-0 at home.
24. With a 1-0 away trailing score, Gremio FB Porto Alegrense RS manages to snatch victory in 13% of those games.
25. Sao Paulo FC SP has outperformed Gremio FB Porto Alegrense RS in the Brasileiro Serie A.
26. Sao Paulo FC SP has outshone Gremio FB Porto Alegrense RS in their last 5 matches.
27. Out of the recent 5 encounters, Sao Paulo FC SP and Gremio FB Porto Alegrense RS have both tasted victory twice with one match ending in a draw.
28. Sao Paulo FC SP and Gremio FB Porto Alegrense RS has an average goal scored per match of 1 and 1.4 respectively.
29. The average sum of goals in a match between the two teams is 2.4.
30. The average number of goals scored in the first half of their encounters is 1.4.
31. Neither side managed to win their most recent Brasileiro Serie A match.
32. Sao Paulo FC SP and Gremio FB Porto Alegrense RS display an average scoring record of 1.68 and 1.38 goals respectively when playing at home and away.