Inter Names Three Center Backs for Gre-Nal Derby

Internacional will use a three-center-back formation with two wingbacks against Grêmio in the Gre-Nal derby at Arena do Grêmio in Porto Alegre. The lineup, announced on October 11, 2026, for the 30th round of the Brazilian Serie A, follows the tactical system adopted by coach Eduardo Baptista when he joined the club.

According to ABC Mais, Anthoni will start in goal, while Alan Patrick will captain the team. Alerrandro will lead the attack as Internacional prepares for the meeting with its city rival.

The three-center-back system, supported by two wingbacks, is the defining feature of Internacional's setup for the derby. Eduardo Baptista adopted the formation upon arriving at the club, and the team will retain that structure for the 30th-round fixture.

Internacional also named 12 substitutes for the match, giving Baptista additional options across the squad. The bench includes goalkeeper Matheus Cunha and defenders Félix Torres, Victor Gabriel and Matheus Bahia.

The remaining substitutes are Ronaldo, Bruno Henrique, Calebe, João Victor, Eliasson, Paulinho, Carbonero and João Bezerra, according to ABC Mais.

Television coverage with video will be available through Globo and Premiere. TV Inter will provide audio coverage on YouTube through programming prepared specifically for Internacional supporters.

The club's official accounts on X, Instagram and Facebook will also provide comprehensive coverage, including real-time updates throughout the derby.