Match report
Vasco DA Gama Defeats Gremio 2-1 in Serie A Thriller
Vasco DA Gama
2–1
FT
Gremio
Mar 22, 2026
In a high-stakes Serie A encounter, Vasco DA Gama managed to secure a crucial 2-1 victory over Gremio, thanks to early goals by Thiago Mendes and David. Despite Gremio's response through Carlos Vinicius, Vasco DA Gama managed to hold on for the win, which solidifies their position in the league standings.
Key Facts
- • Vasco DA Gama scored first through Thiago Mendes at the 7th minute, assisted by Cuiabano.
- • David extended the lead to 2-0 for Vasco DA Gama at the 34th minute, again assisted by Cuiabano.
- • Carlos Vinicius pulled one back for Gremio at the 38th minute, assisted by J. Nardoni.
- • Five substitutions were made by both teams in pursuit of turning the game around.
Lineups
Vasco DA Gama
Formation: 4-1-4-1
Starting XI
- 1 Leo Jardim (G)
- 96 Paulo Henrique (D)
- 4 A. Saldivia (D)
- 30 Robert Renan (D)
- 66 Cuiabano (D)
- 25 Hugo Moura (M)
- 17 N. Moreira (M)
- 3 Tche Tche (M)
- 23 Thiago Mendes (M)
- 11 Andres Gomez (M)
- 7 David (F)
Substitutes
- 13 Daniel Fuzato
- 2 J. Rodriguez
- 46 C. Cuesta
- 6 Lucas Piton
- 28 Adson
- 9 Matheus Franca
- 10 J. Rojas
- 88 Cauan Barros
- 43 Lucas Freitas
- 20 Brenner
- 77 C. Spinelli
- 18 M. Hinestroza
Gremio
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 1 Weverton (G)
- 7 C. Pavon (D)
- 2 Fabian Balbuena (D)
- 44 Viery (D)
- 38 Caio Paulista (D)
- 5 J. Nardoni (M)
- 33 L. Perez (M)
- 8 Arthur Melo (M)
- 21 Tete (F)
- 95 Carlos Vinicius (F)
- 9 F. Amuzu (F)
Substitutes
- 12 Gabriel Grando
- 10 Willian
- 22 M. Braithwaite
- 14 Marcos Rocha
- 99 J. Enamorado
- 19 E. Noriega
- 6 Gustavo Martins
- 54 Pedro Gabriel
- 4 Walter Kannemann
- 11 M. Monsalve
- 77 Andre Henrique
- 37 Gabriel Mec
Timeline
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7' Vasco DA Gama Goal · Normal GoalThiago Mendes · Assist: Cuiabano
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9' Vasco DA Gama Var · Goal confirmedCuiabano
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22' Vasco DA Gama Card · Yellow CardCuiabano
Foul
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34' Vasco DA Gama Goal · Normal GoalDavid · Assist: Cuiabano
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38' Gremio Goal · Normal GoalCarlos Vinicius · Assist: J. Nardoni
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46' Gremio subst · Substitution 1Off: Tete · On: J. Enamorado
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46' Gremio subst · Substitution 2Off: F. Balbuena · On: Gustavo Martins
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48' Gremio Card · Yellow CardViery
Foul
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56' Gremio subst · Substitution 3Off: J. Nardoni · On: Willian
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58' Vasco DA Gama subst · Substitution 1Off: Paulo Henrique · On: Puma Rodríguez
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58' Vasco DA Gama subst · Substitution 2Off: N. Moreira · On: M. Hinestroza
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64' Gremio subst · Substitution 4Off: F. Amuzu · On: Gabriel Mec
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68' Vasco DA Gama subst · Substitution 3Off: Thiago Mendes · On: Matheus França
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68' Vasco DA Gama subst · Substitution 4Off: David · On: J. Rojas
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69' Vasco DA Gama Card · Yellow CardPuma Rodríguez
Time wasting
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75' Gremio subst · Substitution 5Off: Carlos Vinicius · On: M. Braithwaite
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82' Vasco DA Gama subst · Substitution 5Off: Cuiabano · On: Lucas Piton
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90'+4 Vasco DA Gama Card · Yellow CardAndres Gomez
Time wasting
Match Stats
| Stat | Vasco DA Gama | Gremio |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 11 | 4 |
| Pass Accuracy | 78% | 85% |
| Offsides | 0 | 1 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 9 | 10 |
| Corners | 0 | 2 |
| Total Passes | 324 | 548 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 1 |
| Blocked Shots | 0 | 3 |
| Shots on Target | 5 | 3 |
| xG | 1.48 | 0.55 |
| Shots off Target | 4 | 4 |
| Possession | 37% | 63% |
| Goals Prevented | 0 | 0 |
| Accurate Passes | 252 | 468 |
| Shots Inside Box | 6 | 6 |
| Saves | 2 | 3 |
| Shots Outside Box | 3 | 4 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Vasco DA Gama's quick start with two early goals by Thiago Mendes and David created a significant early advantage.
- ▸ Carlos Vinicius' goal for Gremio at the 38th minute sparked a comeback attempt, but Vasco DA Gama held firm.