Palmeiras 2, Gremio 3

PORTO ALEGRE, Brazil (Interstat) — In a stunning upset that defied pregame projections, Grêmio rallied to defeat Palmeiras 3-2 in a Carioca Série A match on Tuesday night at a raucous Arena do Grêmio. The victory handed the home side an immediate boost to start its campaign in the Brazilian competition, while Palmeiras was left to reckon with a surprising opening defeat. The match unfolded in dramatic fashion, featuring a last-gasp equalizer, a late red card, and a stoppage-time winner. The final result stood in stark contrast to the pregame analytics, which heavily favored the visiting side. Interstat’s ELO system… Read more...