Match Centre

Flamengo's 3-1 victory was fully deserved, reflecting their superiority in both chance creation and execution. With an expected goals (xG) of 2.37 compared to Gremio's 0.31, Flamengo were significantly more threatening throughout the match. Their 16 total shots, eight on target, and seven corners underscored their attacking dominance, while Gremio managed just seven shots and four corners.

Flamengo's efficiency in front of goal was decisive. Samuel Lino opened the scoring in the 20th minute, followed by Pedro's brace in the 28th and first-half stoppage time. Pedro's second goal, coming just before halftime, effectively killed the contest. Gremio pulled one back through F. Amuzu in the 69th minute, but their low xG and limited chances showed they never truly threatened a comeback.

The key stat explaining the outcome is Flamengo's shot conversion rate: three goals from eight shots on target, a clinical 37.5% success rate, compared to Gremio's one goal from four shots on target (25%). Flamengo's ability to turn possession (54%) into high-quality chances was the difference.