Santos vs Grêmio Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Campeonato Brasileiro Série A 2025

5 points separate the two sides on the points table.

Matchday 26 of the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A will take us to the Estádio Urbano Caldeira, where Santos will host Grêmio in a very intense clash. The home side are currently placed 16th in the points table.

With seven wins, six draws, and 11 losses, Neymar’s team have accumulated 27 points so far. They cannot afford any more slipups as they are just five points above the relegation zone.

Grêmio, on the other hand, are currently sitting in the 10th place in the league table. They have registered 32 points from their opening 25 matches, with eight wins, eight draws, and nine losses to their name so far.

Grêmio are coming into this game on the back of a 3-1 win over Vitória. They will be eying a top-six finish and are only trailing by six points.

Kickoff:

Location: Santos, Brazil

Stadium: Urbano Caldeira Stadium

Date and Kickoff time: Oct 2 – 06:00 am IST/12:30 am GMT; Oct 1 – 05:30 pm PT/08:30 pm ET

Referee: Paulo Cesar Zanovelli da Silva

VAR: In Use

Form:

Santos FC(in all competitions): D-W-D-D-L

Grêmio(in all competitions): W-D-W-L-D

Players to watch out for:

Álvaro Barreal (Santos FC)

Despite an underwhelming campaign from his club so far, Álvaro Barreal has emerged as one of their top performers. He is the top goalscorer for his team with six goals in the league. He primarily operates in the midfield but can push forward when needed.

The Argentine will be coming into this game high on confidence. Fans will be expecting a similar display from him against Gremio.

André Henrique (Gremio)

The 23-year-old Brazilian forward has registered three goals and two assists in 15 league appearances so far. He has led the attacking line very well in the absence of Martin Braithwaite. He has registered three goals and assists in his last three matches.

A similar output will be expected from him against the Peixe.

Match Facts:

• The last game between these two teams ended in a 1-0 win for Grêmio.
• Santos FC played a 2-2 draw against RB Bragantino.
• Grêmio won 3-1 against Vitória in their last game.

Empate em Bragança. Com gols de Lautaro Díaz e Barreal, o Santos fica no 2 a 2 com o Red Bull Bragantino fora de casa. #RBBxSAN pic.twitter.com/Z38z9sBU2M

— Santos FC (@SantosFC) September 28, 2025

Santos FC vs Grêmio: Betting tips and odds:

• Tip 1: Grêmio to win – 1.85 by Stake
• Tip 2: Both teams to score – 1.77 by Dafabet
• Tip 3: Expected Goals – Over 2.5 – 1.64 by 1XBET

Injury and Team news:

Gabriel Bontempo, Victor Hugo, Adonis Frías, and Neymar will be unavailable for the home side due to their respective injuries.

Also read: President confirms Neymar out until November

Grêmio, on the other hand, will be without the likes of Rodrigo Ely, Miguel Monsalve, João Lucas, Mathías Villasanti, Fabián Balbuena, Martin Braithwaite, Carlos Vinícius, and João Pedro.

Head to Head:

Total matches: 46

Santos FC won: 15

Grêmio won: 16

Draws: 15

Predicted Lineups:

Santos FC (4-2-3-1)

Brazão(GK); Mayke, Duarte, Peres Petroni, Souza; Schmidt, Rafael; Rollheiser, Barreal, Guilherme; Díaz

Grêmio (4-2-3-1)

Grando(GK); Marlon, Kannemann, Martins, Rocha; Arthur, Noriega; Willian, Edenílson, Pavon; Henrique

Match Prediction:

Grêmio are expected to clinch an away win over Santos FC.

Prediction: Santos FC 1-2 Grêmio

Telecast detail

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