The Strongest vs Grêmio Prediction: Grêmio could suffer in La Paz

Five Brazilian clubs have won the Copa Libertadores three times, and Grêmio is one of them. The Gaúchos have also lost two finals, making them one of the most successful clubs in the competition. The last time Grêmio reached a final was in 2017 when it defeated Lanús of Argentina. The Brazilian clubs always look to win the Copa Libertadores, and the Grêmio players and fans are not different. The trip to La Paz is usually very difficult for all teams due to the altitude of 3640 meters in the Bolivian capital.

The Bolivian champion is not having a great time in the league. The team lost 2-0 to Real Tomayapo. The Strongest is second in Group A of the Apertura and some games ago was beaten 5-1 by San Antonio Bulo Bulo, the group leader. Last year, the team finished at the bottom of their group in the Copa Libertadores but beat River Plate and Fluminense at home. Flu ended up winning the competition. The Bolivians, who are used to playing at altitude, can level their level against theoretically superior opponents when playing at home.

The Immortal is in the Campeonato Gaúcho final, a competition that seems to be the club's priority at this point in the season. In the final first leg, Grêmio drew 0-0 with Juventude, a club that will be playing in the Série A this year. The second leg takes place in Porto Alegre next weekend, and there's a possibility that Renato Portaluppi won't field his best team in the first leg of the Copa Libertadores. Wearing the players out with a game in adverse conditions a few days before a final seems risky.

The Brazilians may not be playing with their first team, which could make Grêmio's game in La Paz much more difficult. The Campeonato Gaúcho final in a few days will be at the top of the club's priorities now. Playing at 3640 meters of altitude is very physically demanding, and the Tiger is used to playing in these conditions and can take advantage. I'm betting on a Double Chance for The Strongest with a maximum of three goals scored in the game.