The assistant coach took over the leadership of the team due to the suspension of Mano Menezes, who was serving a sentence for receiving a third yellow card
November 10
2025
– 00:04
(Updated at 00:04)
In Castelao, Fortaleza and Gremio met in the 33rd round of the Brazilian League, which ended in a 2-2 draw. For the Gauchos, Carlos Vinicius and Marlon scored the goals, while Adam Barreiro and Matheus Pereira scored for Leao do Pessie.
Despite trailing, Tricolor reacted quickly and turned the score around Fortaleza in the first half. However, the team was unable to maintain its good performance and it ended in a draw in the last minutes. According to assistant coach Sidney Lobo – who replaced the suspended Mano Menezes – the result reflected the merit of the Ceara side more than the failings of Gremio themselves.
Lobo stressed that the team’s proposal was not to retreat in the final stage, but that Fortaleza’s pressure ended with Gremio pushing into its defense line.
He also commented on the team’s reaction after the final whistle: The players were frustrated that they had let a win that seemed close to slip away. “They really wanted to win, and that was their focus. But it is necessary to recognize the quality of the opponent, especially when they play at home.“, said the assistant.
Championship status
With 40 points, Gremio continues to occupy 14th place in the Italian League table. The Immortal team returns to the stadiums on the 19th, when it faces Vasco, in a match held in the 34th round of the Brazilian League. The match will be held at the Arena do Gremio, at 9:30 pm.
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