Preview: Internacional vs São Paulo Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Campeonato Brasileiro Série A 2026

Tricolor Paulista dominated the proceedings when these sides last met.

Internacional are all set to battle it out against São Paulo FC in what is going to be their matchweek 9 fixture of the 2026 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A. The Estadio Beira-Rio is going to witness this entertaining game between these clubs.

The Colorado have secured back-to-back wins in their last two matches and will only be looking to extend their winning run. They will be at home for their upcoming outing.

It is going to be one of the advantages for them. SC Internacional are in 12th place on the Brazilian Serie A points table with just two wins in eight fixtures.

Tricolor Paulista started their league campaign on a positive note. But their performances in the last two games have been poor.

They are coming in after facing a 0-1 loss at the hands of Palmeiras. Having won five of their first eight league games, Sao Paulo FC are placed third on the Campeonato Serie A points table.

Kick-off:

• Location: Porto Alegre, Brazil
• Stadium: Estadio Beira-Rio
• Date: Thursday, April 2
• Kick-off Time: 04:00 AM IST (Wednesday, April 1; 10:30 PM GMT/ 05:30 PM ET/ 02:30 PM PT)
• Referee: TBA
• VAR: In use

Form:

Internacional: D-L-L-W-W

Sao Paulo: W-W-W-L-L

Players to Watch

Alan Patrick (Internacional)

Alan Patrick was one of the goal scorers for SC Internacional in their previous league outing. He converted an important spot kick to double the lead for his side. The 34-year-old has been controlling the midfield well for his side and is also capable of scoring goals.

Patrick is going to be a crucial aspect of the squad for the hosts.

Jonathan Calleri (Sao Paulo FC)

In the ongoing league campaign, Jonathan Calleri has scored four goals in eight matches for São Paulo FC. He is going to be one of the main men in the attacking front and will be eager to come up with a top performance here. The 32-year-old is going to lead the attack from the front for the visitors.

Match Facts

• Internacional are on a two-match winning streak.
• São Paulo have faced a defeat in both of their last two matches.
• Only one of the last five fixtures between these clubs has ended in a draw.

Internacional vs Sao Paulo: Betting Tips and Odds

• Internacional to win @5/4 Ladbrokes
• Santos Borre to score @39/19 Unibet
• Goals under 3.5 @3/11 Unibet

Injury and Team News

Internacional will not have Kayky in action due to his injury, and Vitinho because of his suspension.

Lucas Moura and Ryan Francisco are not going to be in action for São Paulo. They are injured. Enzo Diaz is suspended.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 58

Internacional won: 19

Sao Paulo won: 20

Draws: 19

Predicted Lineups

Internacional predicted lineup (3-5-2)

Rochet (GK); Gomes, Mercado, Torres; Tabata, Henrique, Villagra, Patrick, Bahia; Borre, Carbonero

Sao Paulo predicted lineup (4-3-1-2)

Rafael (GK); Ramon, Franco, Sabino, Wendell; Bobadilla, Danielzinho, Antonio; Cauly; Luciano, Calleri

Match Prediction

Tricolor Paulista are going to be under pressure, and the hosts Colorado will be eager to use it to their advantage. Due to their current run of form, SC Internacional are likely to come out on top to secure three points against Sao Paulo FC in their upcoming Brazilian Serie A clash.

Prediction: Internacional 2-1 Sao Paulo

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