Match report
Gremio Stuns Internacional with 3-2 Victory in Serie A
Internacional
2–3
FT
Gremio
Sep 21, 2025
Gremio stunned Internacional with a 3-2 victory in their intense Serie A clash. Despite falling behind to two penalties scored by Alan Patrick of Internacional within the first half-hour, Gremio fought back with goals from Carlos Vinicius and Andre Henrique before halftime. The match saw multiple VAR interventions and a late red card for Internacional's A. Bernabei, sealing Gremio’s impressive comeback.
Key Facts
- • Internacional led early with two penalties (17', 45') by Alan Patrick.
- • Gremio responded with goals from Carlos Vinicius (29') and Andre Henrique (45').
- • Alysson scored Gremio's third goal in the second half (62').
- • Arthur of Gremio was sent off for a foul (73'), but A. Bernabei of Internacional also received a red card late in the game.
Lineups
Internacional
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 S. Rochet (G)
- 35 B. Aguirre (D)
- 4 Vitao (D)
- 18 Juninho (D)
- 26 A. Bernabei (D)
- 14 A. Rodriguez (M)
- 36 Richard (M)
- 17 Bruno Tabata (M)
- 10 Alan Patrick (M)
- 7 J. Carbonero (M)
- 19 R. Borre (F)
Substitutes
- 24 Anthoni
- 23 A. Benitez
- 41 Victor Gabriel
- 20 Clayton Sampaio
- 25 G. Mercado
- 39 Luis Otavio
- 8 Bruno Henrique
- 11 O. Romero
- 31 Allex
- 28 Vitinho
- 47 Gustavo Prado
- 49 Ricardo Mathias
Gremio
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 Tiago Volpi (G)
- 14 Marcos Rocha (D)
- 19 E. Noriega (D)
- 3 Wagner Leonardo (D)
- 23 Marlon (D)
- 6 G. Cuellar (M)
- 29 Arthur Melo (M)
- 7 C. Pavon (M)
- 8 Edenilson (M)
- 88 Willian (M)
- 95 Carlos Vinicius (F)
Substitutes
- 12 Gabriel Grando
- 18 Joao Pedro
- 44 Viery
- 53 Gustavo Martins
- 25 Lucas Esteves
- 80 Alex Santana
- 17 Dodi
- 10 F. Cristaldo
- 16 A. Aravena
- 99 C. Olivera
- 47 Alysson
- 77 Andre Henrique
Timeline
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17' Internacional Var · Penalty confirmedA. Bernabei
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21' Internacional Goal · PenaltyAlan Patrick
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29' Gremio Goal · Normal GoalCarlos Vinicius · Assist: Marlon
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33' Internacional Card · Yellow CardA. Bernabei
Argument
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43' Internacional subst · Substitution 1Off: A. Rodriguez · On: Bruno Henrique
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44' Gremio subst · Substitution 1Off: Carlos Vinicius · On: Andre Henrique
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45'+2 Internacional Var · Penalty confirmedBruno Tabata
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45' Internacional Goal · PenaltyAlan Patrick
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45' Gremio Goal · Normal GoalAndre Henrique · Assist: Willian
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60' Internacional Card · Yellow CardB. Aguirre
Foul
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62' Gremio subst · Substitution 2Off: C. Pavon · On: C. Olivera
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62' Gremio subst · Substitution 3Off: Willian · On: Alysson
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62' Gremio Goal · Normal GoalAlysson · Assist: Andre Henrique
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63' Internacional subst · Substitution 2Off: Richard Coelho · On: Luis Otávio
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63' Internacional subst · Substitution 3Off: Bruno Tabata · On: Óscar Romero
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69' Gremio subst · Substitution 4Off: Gustavo Cuéllar · On: Dodi
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70' Gremio subst · Substitution 5Off: Edenilson · On: F. Cristaldo
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72' Gremio Var · Card upgradeArthur
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73' Gremio Card · Red CardArthur
Foul
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75' Internacional subst · Substitution 4Off: Unknown player · On: Ricardo Mathias
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77' Internacional Card · Yellow CardJuninho
Foul
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90'+7 Gremio Card · Yellow CardAndre Henrique
Foul
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90' Internacional Card · Red CardA. Bernabei
Foul
Match Stats
| Stat | Internacional | Gremio |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 18 | 15 |
| Pass Accuracy | 85% | 80% |
| Offsides | 0 | 2 |
| Red Cards | 1 | 1 |
| Total Shots | 19 | 6 |
| Corners | 8 | 1 |
| Total Passes | 433 | 340 |
| Yellow Cards | 5 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | 3 | 0 |
| Shots on Target | 6 | 3 |
| xG | 4.41 | 0.62 |
| Shots off Target | 10 | 3 |
| Possession | 57% | 43% |
| Goals Prevented | 1 | 1 |
| Accurate Passes | 366 | 271 |
| Shots Inside Box | 17 | 6 |
| Saves | 0 | 4 |
| Shots Outside Box | 2 | 0 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Gremio's quick response with two goals within six minutes after Internacional’s first penalty changed the momentum.
- ▸ The dismissal of Gremio's Arthur and later A. Bernabei of Internacional altered the dynamics, allowing Gremio to maintain their lead.