Grêmio vs Fortaleza Prediction: Fortaleza ended its winless streak

Grêmio vs Fortaleza: Prediction and odds on the Brasileirão match on July 30, 2025

Grêmio and Fortaleza will meet in a postponed match from Round 14. Both teams are having a disappointing campaign and occupy places in the lower half of the table.

Grêmio: Form and statistics

Grêmio lost 1-0 to Palmeiras in São Paulo and has not won in four league matches. Mano Menezes' team is in 14th place, and pressure on the coach is mounting, especially after being eliminated from the Copa Sudamericana by Alianza Lima. Despite the defeat, the Immortal did not play badly against Palmeiras. The home side opened the score with a beautiful goal from Facundo Torres in the 3rd minute, and it looked like the Paulistas were going to have an easy ride. However, Grêmio did not lose organization and tried whenever possible to reach the opponent's goal. In the 22nd minute, the Gaúchos had a clear scoring opportunity through Pavón, who managed to break through Palmeiras' defensive line but was unable to beat goalkeeper Weverton. The game was fairly even in the second half with no major scoring opportunities, and Palmeiras secured its third consecutive victory. The Tricolor Gaúcho needs a victory to boost its confidence level.

Grêmio: Lineup

Grêmio has several injured players. Villasanti is doubtful for the match.

🔖Grêmio starting lineup (4-2-3-1)

Volpi – Gustavo Martins, Kannemann, Wagner Leonardo, Marlon – Alex Santana, Dodi – Alysson, Riquelme, Olivera – Braithwaite

⛔️Out: André Henrique, Villasanti, Monsalve, Cristaldo, João Pedro, Cuéllar, Ely (injured)

👤Head Coach: Mano Menezes

Fortaleza: Form and statistics

Fortaleza beat Bragantino 3-1 at home and finally broke a long streak of games without a victory. The Cearenses had not won in ten matches, six of them in the league. Their last win had been on May 10 against Juventude. After a draw at home against Bahia in the first game without Vojvoda, the best coach in the club's history, Fortaleza won and played well in the second game under Renato Paiva. It was undoubtedly one of the best matches of the Laion this season. The Portuguese coach, who began the year at Botafogo, appears to have instilled confidence in the players, who subsequently played more dynamically and offensively. Fortaleza has good players and the potential to be much higher in the table. The home team was already winning 2-0 in the 19th minute with two headers from Deyverson and Kuscevic following corner kicks. Isidro Pitta reduced the deficit for Bragantino in the 38th minute, but after that, Fortaleza managed to control the game. Lucca Prior sealed the result at 3-1 in the 48th minute with the best goal of the round. In an attempt to clear the ball, Lucão passed it to Prior, and the attacking midfielder shot from 30 meters out, sending the ball over the goalkeeper. It was a crucial victory for the Cearenses, who remain in the relegation zone with 14 points but are now more confident about the future.

Fortaleza: Lineup

Lucero and Martínez are back after suspension. Pochettino suffered an injury during the match against Bragantino and was substituted.

🔖Fortaleza starting lineup (4-3-3)

Magrão– Tinga, Kuscevic, Gastón Ávila, Diogo Barbosa – Martínez, Lucas Sasha, Matheus Pereira – Marinho, Lucero, Breno Lopes

⛔️Out: João Ricardo, Moisés, David Luiz, Brítez, Pochettino (injured)

👤Head Coach: Renato Paiva

Grêmio vs Fortaleza: Head-to-head statistics

The two teams have met 22 times, and Grêmio has the upper hand. The Gaúchos have won 12 games, while the Cearenses have won four. The remaining six matches have ended in a draw. It's worth noting that Fortaleza has never beaten Grêmio away from home.

Grêmio vs Fortaleza: Betting tips & Odds

• The TU 2.5 bet has won 12 times in Grêmio's last 12 home matches. You can bet on a game with less than three goals scored (TU 2.5) for 1.68 at 1xBet;
• Grêmio has conceded the first goal in four of its last five games. You can bet that Fortaleza will be the first team to score for 2.30 at Bet365;
• Fortaleza has never defeated Grêmio away from home. You can bet that Grêmio won't lose (1X) for 1.32 at 1xBet.

Grêmio vs Fortaleza match prediction 30 July 2025

In theory, Grêmio has a better chance of winning since it's playing at home. However, the Gaúchos haven't won in four league games and are under pressure. Fortaleza is in the relegation zone and is the biggest disappointment in the Brasileirão, but its victory over Bragantino in the last round could be a turning point. It is also worth noting that Fortaleza has never won in Porto Alegre. It is a tough game to predict, so I am tempted to go for a draw. However, a TU 2.5 bet is much safer and has a relatively good chance of success.

Our match prediction: Draw for 3.32 at 1xBet.

Our betting tip for this Brasileirão match: TU 2.5 for 1.61 at Betway.

Our final tip for this match: Correct Score 1-1 for 6.00 at Bet365.

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