The New King (The Old King)

The Final

It was difficult for Gremio to convince themselves there was a possibility of winning the Libertadores after the 0-3 defeat in the Bombonera. Last week, we said that the final "may seem to be over and done with". Well, it was over. Gremio didn´t know how to even begin and didn't seem to have any strategy. Boca went there to play and to take control of the ball. They took advantage of Gremio´s nerves and played using them to their own benefit.

Gremio strategy, failed

After having complained about Larrionda, Gremio´s leadership tried, during the last days, to press