Sports Mole previews Thursday's Copa do Brasil clash between Gremio and Corinthians, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Match preview
Gremio's previous match with Corinthians was a goalless affair, marking the only first-leg match in the last-16 round of the Copa do Brasil where neither team scored. The teams are now set to face each other again as they vie for a place in the quarter-finals.
Team News
Gustavo Nunes will miss the match for Gremio due to a red card received in the last game. Other key players like Rodrigo Caio and Andre Henrique are also unavailable due to injuries. Conversely, Corinthians also face significant absences with Yuri Alberto and Diego Palacios expected to miss out.
Prediction
Given Gremio's current form and home advantage, the prediction leans towards a narrow win for Gremio, potentially 1-0, ending a series of draws against Corinthians. Both teams are in contention to advance to the next round of the Copa do Brasil, making the match crucial.
Recent Form
Gremio has been performing well in recent matches with three wins and an unbeaten streak in their last five games. Their victories include a solid showing in both the Copas and Brasileiro. In contrast, Corinthians has struggled recently, failing to win in their last four outings.
