Sao Paulo vs Gremio: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Sao Paulo prepare to host Gremio on February 12, 2026, with kick-off at 01:30 under referee Sampaio, this BRAZIL: Serie A fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Sao Paulo, currently 5th in the standings with 4 points from 2 games, are close to the leaders with only 2 points separating them. They've earned 3 points from 1 home games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 1 win and 1 draw in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 2 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 3 goals scored.

Gremio, sitting 9th with 3 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 0 points from 1 games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 1 win and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 5 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 6 goals.

Recent meetings between Sao Paulo and Gremio have been competitive, with Gremio claiming victory in their most recent clash (0-2). The head-to-head record remains evenly balanced between the two sides.

In their previous league match against Santos, Sao Paulo recorded a 1-1 draw while lining up in a 4-3-3 formation. Their starting XI featured Rafael, Diaz, Sabino, Arboleda, Franco, Maik, Maia, Danielzinho, Bobadilla, Calleri, Tapia. This shape emphasized attacking fluidity, with wide players providing constant threat in advanced positions.

Gremio's last outing came against Botafogo, where they secured a 5-3 victory using a 3-4-3 system. Their starting XI featured Weverton, Marlon, Leonardo, Balbuena, Pedro, Melo, Noriega, Pavon, Monsalve, Tete, Vinicius. The attacking setup pushed full-backs high, creating overloads in wide areas and stretching the opposition defense.

Looking ahead, Sao Paulo are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Sao Paulo and Gremio are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Sao Paulo's fixtures have averaged 2.8 goals per game, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 67% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. Gremio's games average 3.6 goals, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 44% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect a low-scoring affair.

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