Club fans prepared early as Internacional and Grêmio face off in Gre-Nal 453. The Copa do Brasil match is on Aug. 27, 2026, in Porto Alegre. Tweaks were made when Grêmio coach Luis Castro made four lineup changes. Squad info were posted after both teams announced their starting elevens shortly before kickoff. Extra energy built up as fan groups gathered around the city to watch the game. The Consulado Colorado Santa Cruz was among them. Strong shouts rose up while both groups stayed busy at sessions. The contest might surprise and turnout levels appeared strong.