The upcoming clash between Gremio and Cruzeiro in the Brasileiro Serie A is set to be an exciting match. Both teams are looking to turn their seasons around with a much-needed victory.
This article delves into the prediction, team form, and latest news surrounding this pivotal game.
Team Form
Gremio's Recent Performance
Gremio has been struggling this season, finding themselves in 18th place with just 11 points from 13 matches.
After finishing second last year, expectations were high, but the team has failed to deliver.
They've only managed three wins while suffering eight losses. Their form has slightly improved with a brief unbeaten run of two draws and a win, but a recent 3-0 loss to Juventude shows there are still significant challenges ahead.
Cruzeiro's Recent Performance
Cruzeiro, on the other hand, is in a slightly better position, sitting in seventh place with 23 points.
They ended a two-game losing streak with an emphatic 3-0 victory over Corinthians.
Despite a strong home record, their away form has been poor, with only one win from eight away matches.
This inconsistency on the road could be a key factor in their upcoming match against Gremio.
Team News
Gremio
Gremio will be without several key players due to injuries.
Former Chelsea striker Diego Costa is out until August with a muscle injury, and Jhonata Robert is sidelined with knee and muscle issues.
Lucas Mila is also missing due to an ACL injury, and both Andre Henrique and Fabio da Silva are unavailable because of ankle and thigh injuries, respectively.
Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro also faces injury challenges. Forward Juan Dinenno is out, along with Arthur Viana, who has a hip injury, and Rafa Silva, recovering from a thigh injury.
Despite these setbacks, Cruzeiro will look to build on their recent success.
Prediction
This match pits Gremio's decent home form against Cruzeiro's poor away record.
Gremio has picked up most of their points at home and will be motivated to extend their unbeaten run at Estadio Centenario.
However, Cruzeiro's recent victory could give them the confidence needed to secure a result. A draw seems likely, with both teams scoring.
Our Prediction: Gremio 1-1 Cruzeiro
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