In a highly anticipated match at Beira-Rio, Internacional and Grêmio were unable to break the deadlock, finishing their encounter without any goals.
The standout performer of the match was Grêmio’s goalkeeper, Weverton, who made an impressive four saves to keep his team in the game.
Defensive solidity was key for Internacional, with Félix Torres showcasing an excellent performance at the back.
Under the direction of head coach Paulo Pezzolano, Internacional lined up in a 3-4-3 formation featuring goalkeeper Sergio Rochet; defenders Félix Torres, Gabriel Mercado, and Alexandro Bernabei; midfielders Rodrigo Villagra, Bruno Henrique, Alan Patrick, and Bruno Gomes; with attackers Johan Carbonero, Rafael Santos Borré, and Vitinho.
On the other hand, coach Luís Ribeiro de Castro opted for a 3-3-4 formation for Grêmio, which included Weverton as goalkeeper; Gustavo Martins, Viery, and Pedro Gabriel in defense; Juan Ignacio Nardoni, Arthur Melo, and Erick Noriega in the midfield; and frontline players Cristian Pavón, Francis Amuzu, Tete, and Carlos Vinicius.
The match was officiated by referee Bruno Arleu de Araujo.
Next up for Internacional is a home game against Mirassol, while Grêmio will travel to face Cruzeiro.
This result leaves Internacional with 13 points, currently in 13th place, while Grêmio sits at 11th place, also with 13 points.
Changes for Internacional
58’ 2H – Rafael Santos Borré replaced by Alerrandro
71’ 2H – Bruno Henrique substituted by Paulinho Paula
79’ 2H – Alan Patrick for Alan Rodríguez, Rodrigo Villagra for Thiago Maia, Johan Carbonero for Kayky, and Carlos Vinicius replaced by Martin Braithwaite
Yellow Cards for Internacional:
5’ 1H Rafael Santos Borré, 11’ 2H Rodrigo Villagra, 30’ 2H Gabriel Mercado, and 51’ 2H Alexandro Bernabei
Changes for Grêmio
56’ 2H – Tete was replaced by José Enamorado
66’ 2H – Francis Amuzu went off for Gabriel Mec
80’ 2H – Pedro Gabriel was substituted by Caio Paulista
Yellow Cards for Grêmio:
7’ 1H Gustavo Martins, 11’ 2H Pedro Gabriel, and 24’ 2H Carlos Vinicius
Red Card for Grêmio:
43’ 2H Viery (straight red)