Internacional seeks to maintain their revival after two consecutive wins that lifted them to 8 points and 12th place in the standings. São Paulo, on the other hand, looks to recover from two defeats that left them with 16 points in third position.
Coach Paulo Pezzolano made several changes to Internacional's lineup for the match, starting Anthoni, Victor Gabriel, Bernabei, Aguirre, Paulinho, and Alerrandro in place of Rochet, Félix Torres, Matheus Bahia, Vitinho, Carbonero, and Borré. São Paulo's Roger Machado also adjusted his team, fielding Rafael Tolói, Wendell, Pablo Maia, and Artur instead of Alan Franco, Enzo Díaz, Bobadilla, and Cauly.