Confiança vs Gremio - Copa Do Brasil

A fascinating Copa Do Brasil chapter awaits on May 14, 2026 when Confiança take on Gremio at the home ground — two sides with plenty to play for and everything to prove. The spectacle was once again on show ahead of Nice’s Europa League clash with AS Roma on Thursday, but what was supposed to be a display of power and pride quickly turned into a far more comical scene.

There is little to choose between Confiança and Gremio on paper, and the Copa Do Brasil encounter should reflect that balance. The hosts will be looking to find their rhythm and put a run of results together. The visitors will back themselves to cause problems and will not make the trip expecting an easy afternoon. But the Reds are still unsure about Bologna's asking price for the defender, who turned 28 in June and has less than 12 months to run on his contract at the Serie A side.

The tactical subplot is compelling: Confiança favour a possession-based game built on patience and control, while Gremio are happiest sitting deep and exploding forward on the counter — a classic contrast of philosophies. After the loss, a lot of questions began to be raised about their different approach to preparing for the game.

All eyes will be on the league's leading marksman Carlos Vinícius, whose 3 goals this season make him the standout threat and a player capable of deciding the outcome on his own. The battle in midfield, where both sides look to control tempo, could prove the decisive arena. The Eagles have reportedly submitted an offer to sign the player.It remains to be seen whether Crystal Palace’s interest prompts Liverpool or Manchester United to come forward with an official proposal.

Without the market to lean on, the contest feels genuinely open — and the outcome may come down to which side handles the occasion better. The signals point towards a stalemate, with the two sides closely matched across form and standings. A 1-1 draw is easy to envisage. The ramifications of this result could ripple through the Copa Do Brasil standings for weeks to come, regardless of who comes out on top. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Liverpool's midfield wasn't great last year but I expect Florian Wirtz to have a better season, 100 per cent.