In the final round of the Copa Sudamericana group stage, Grêmio hosts Group F leader Montevideo City. The Brazilians are in second place with 10 points, just two behind Uruguay. Grêmio has a perfect home record in the tournament: 100% home wins with a 3-0 goal difference. The team has conceded just one goal in five group stage matches, demonstrating a phenomenal defensive strength.
It's important to note that Grêmio is in excellent form and is approaching the match on a high. They won their last two group stage matches by a combined score of 5-0, and beat Santos 3-2 in their final Brazilian league match. The only head-to-head meeting between the teams in April ended with a narrow 1-0 victory for Montevideo City, but that match took place in Uruguay. Now Grêmio is aiming for revenge at their home stadium, the Arena do Grêmio, where the Brazilians traditionally play very well.
Today, the teams will decide the fate of first place in the group; a draw would be acceptable for the visitors, but we still expect home support, which is very important in South America, to be the deciding factor.
