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Grêmio roster challenges ahead of Cruzeiro match

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Grêmio continues to manage roster fluctuations and injury concerns as it navigates the Brasileirão. Following the recovery of Kannemann from hip discomfort, the club faced uncertainty regarding captain Mathias Villasanti due to a last-minute Paraguayan national team friendly in the United States. As the team prepares for its 31st round match against Cruzeiro at the Arena do Grêmio, new injury setbacks have emerged. The club confirmed grade 1 muscle injuries for Nardoni and João Borne after they experienced discomfort during training. Additionally, defender Wallace is serving a suspension due to yellow cards, and the fitness of Matheus Nascimento and Villasanti remains under monitoring. In ~~response to these challenges, coach~~ preparation for the upcoming clash, manager Renato Portaluppi ~~has been testing tactical adjustments, including~~ faces significant selection dilemmas. To address the ~~potential use of~~ defensive absences, he may implement a ~~three-defender system and deploying Erick Noriega in~~ tactical shift to a ~~defensive role.~~ three-man defense, with Gustavo Martins expected to start alongside Kannemann. Midfield uncertainty also persists as the club decides between starting Krovinovic or the returning Dodi. The match carries high stakes: Grêmio, currently in 18th ~~place,~~ place with 31 points, is ~~working~~ fighting to ~~move out of~~ escape the relegation ~~zone.~~ zone, while 6th-place Cruzeiro aims to secure a Copa Libertadores position. Cruzeiro manager Artur Jorge will be without midfielder Felipe Morais due to suspension and is monitoring the fitness of Lucas Romero.

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