Gremio vs Corinthians prediction: expert analysis, possible lineups, May 30, 2026
In the 18th round of the Brazil Serie A on May 30, 2026, Gremio will face Corinthians. For both teams, this is a chance to move away from the relegation zone.
Gremio vs Corinthians: Team News and Expert Analysis
The club from Porto Alegre finished last season in ninth place with 49 points. This earned them a spot in the Copa Sudamericana, where the Brazilians reached the playoffs, albeit from second place with eleven points. Domestically, after confidently advancing in the Copa Confiança, their performance in Serie A has been less impressive. However, they did manage to beat Santos 3-2 in the previous round.
The team from São Paulo only finished thirteenth in 2024, but made up for it by winning the cup. That allowed them to go to the Copa Libertadores, where the Brazilians even won their group. In Serie A, however, they have been picking up form only gradually. In the last round, they also managed to beat Atletico Mineiro.
Braithwaite and his teammates score an average of 1.12 goals while conceding 1.18. For the cup holders, things have been dull in the new championship: 0.88 goals scored and 1.06 conceded on average.
Previous Matches: Gremio vs Corinthians
The last time Gremio won was back in 2018. They have lost twice in their last three encounters.
The home field factor is important for the visitors. We believe the hosts can beat such an opponent at home with a "0" handicap (odds – 1.80).
Gremio vs Corinthians: Key Statistics and Trends
- Gremio have won three of their last five matches
- 53% of Gremio's matches end with goals from both teams, with an average total of 2.29 goals per match
- Corinthians have won six of their last ten games
- 47% of Corinthians' matches end with goals from both teams, with an average total of 1.94 goals per match
Gremio vs Corinthians: Probable Starting Lineups
Gremio play a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (probable lineup): Ueverton - Paulista, Vieri, Martins, Pavon - Thiaguninho, Noriega - Amuzu, Mec, Enamorado - Braithwaite
Corinthians play a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (probable lineup): Souza - Angileri, Enrique, Paulista, Mateuzinho - Andre, Allan - Lingard, Garro, Bidon - Yuri Alberto
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