Mirassol vs Gremio prediction: expert analysis, possible lineups, August 3, 2026
In the Round of 16 of the Brazil Cup on August 3, 2026, the first match between Mirassol and Gremio will take place. The home team understands how important it is to win.
Mirassol vs Gremio: Team News and Expert Analysis
The club from São Paulo made their debut in Serie A last season—and sensationally finished fourth with 67 points. That sent them to the Copa Libertadores, where they reached the playoffs. However, in the league they lost half of their matches. Still, they managed to beat Remo in the last round.
The team from Porto Alegre finished ninth in 2025, with 49 points. As a result, they only made it to the Copa Sudamericana. There, the Brazilians were second in their group, but then lost twice to Bolivar in the playoffs. Domestically, they slipped into a relegation battle. Their last match against Fluminense ended in a goalless draw.
In the cup, the hosts managed to get past Red Bull Bragantino—after a 1-1 draw away, they won 2-1 at home. The guests had a more confident path. They beat modest Confiança 2-0 at home, then thrashed them 3-0 away.
Previous Matches: Mirassol vs Gremio
Mirassol has won all four head-to-head meetings.
It is unlikely that much has changed in a couple of weeks. We are betting on another home win over a comfortable opponent (odds – 1.97).
Mirassol vs Gremio: Key Stats and Trends
- Mirassol has won two of their last three matches
- On average, Mirassol scores 1.15 goals and concedes 1.35 per match
- 65% of Mirassol's matches end with both teams scoring and an average total of 2.5 goals per match
- Gremio has lost three of their last four games
- On average, Gremio scores 1.1 goals and concedes 1.3 per match
- 60% of Gremio's matches end with both teams scoring and an average total of 2.4 goals per match
Mirassol vs Gremio: Probable Starting Lineups
Mirassol plays in a 1-4-3-3 formation (probable lineup): Walter – Reinaldo, Gabriel Knesovich, Joao Victor, Igor Formiga – Japa, Jose Aldo, Denilson – Alesson, Bruno Santos, Edson
Gremio plays in a 1-4-3-3 formation (probable lineup): Weverton – Caio Paulista, Kannemann, Gustavo Martins, Pavon – Gabriel Mec, Villasanti, Nardoni – Amuzu, Carlos Vinicius, Tete
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