Internacional v Grêmio Bet Builder Stats & Predictions

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Match Odds: Correct Score Prediction

In one of South America’s biggest derbies, Internacional and Grêmio meet in the middle of a season of poor performances for both sides. Neither rival is in good form. However, Internacional may hold some advantages over Grêmio. First, they play at Beira-Rio and, with the support of their fans, could overcome their limitations. Second, “Colorado” hasn’t lost to “Tricolor Gaúcho” in the last 8 matches, with 5 wins and 3 draws. Finally, Inter has a difference-maker for this clash: Alan Patrick. Overall, though, we’re likely to see a tight scoreline, given the difficult moment both teams are going through.

Correct Score Prediction: 1-0

Fouls and Cards: Heated Derby with Discipline Problems on Both Sides

The expectation is for a tense match. A loss for either side could mean the coach’s dismissal. In the first-round clash, which ended 1-1 at Grêmio Arena, 8 cards were handed out: 5 to the home team and 3 to the visitors.

Grêmio has averaged 3 cards per game, ranking among the top 10 highest in Série A, while Internacional averages 2.

With such high emotional stakes, and considering that both teams have already shown aggressive and at times reckless behavior in challenges — being among the top 10 teams that commit the most fouls in the Brazilian Série A — the stage is clearly set for a derby with plenty of fouls from both sides.

Thiago Maia to commit 2+ fouls @ 1.91

Willian to win 2+ fouls @ 1.91

Alan Patrick  to win 2+ fouls @ 1.62

Goalscorers: Players Who Can Make the Difference

With Internacional slightly favored, the expectation is that the team will take more initiative, playing at home and needing to respond after recent poor performances. In this scenario, players such as Alan Patrick and Carbonero could emerge as key figures, as they have throughout the season.

Both clubs are going through a rough patch. Inter has won only 2 of its last 5 matches and is looking to recover from the heavy defeat to Palmeiras in the previous round.

Grêmio, meanwhile, is betting on improved performances and has brought in reinforcements: defender Erick Noriega, forward Carlos Vinícius, and midfielder Willian — formerly of Chelsea, Arsenal, and Fulham — who is expected to make his debut.

Johan Carbonero to score or assist anytime  @ 2.50

Alan Patrick to score or assist anytime @ 2.2

Willian to score or assist anytime @ 4

By: @APalpites

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