Palmeiras vs Santos Preview – prediction, team news, lineups | Copa do Brasil 2026 quarter-final Leg 1

The Peixe have only secured one win in their last five matches between these clubs!

Palmeiras will be gearing up to battle it out against Santos FC for their quarter-final contest of the 2026 Copa do Brasil. These sides are going to put on an entertaining outing, taking place at the Allianz Parque.

The Alviverde are coming in after securing a dominant 4-1 victory against CR Vasco da Gama in their Brazilian Serie A fixture. They had the majority of ball possession, which helped them control the tempo of the game. Abel Ferreira’s men are at the top of the league table and will now be looking to secure a spot in the club competition semifinals.

Palmeiras have only lost one of their last five matches. At home, they will be eager to control the game from the start.

Led by Cuca, the Peixe have come up with decent performances in their last four matches. They have been held to a draw in their last two games. Neymar and company are now going to have a tough contest.

Being away from home will only make things tougher for Santos FC. With an experienced forward like Neymar, they can always have a chance to turn the game around.

Kick-off:

• Location: São Paulo, Brazil
• Venue: Allianz Parque
• Date: Thursday, August 27
• Kick-off Time: 06:00 AM IST/ 12:30 AM GMT (Wednesday, August 26; 08:00 PM ET/ 05:00 PM PT)
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Form:

Palmeiras: D-D-L-W-W

Santos: L-W-W-D-D

Players to Watch

José Manuel López (Palmeiras)

The 25-year-old is coming in after displaying a top performance in the Brazilian Serie A game against Vasco da Gama. He scored a sensational brace and led his team to an easy victory. José Manuel López will now be gearing up to come up with a top performance once again and lead his side to the next round of the Copa do Brasil.

Neymar (Santos)

Even though Neymar failed to engrave his name on the scoresheet for Santos FC, he was the standout performer and played an important role in helping his side secure a draw. The 34-year-old will be looking to step up his game so that he can help Pexie get an advantage in the first leg.

Match Facts

• Palmeiras are on a two-match winning run.
• Santos are unbeaten in their last four games.
• Previous outing between these clubs ended in a 1-1 draw.

Betting Tips & Odds

• Palmeiras to win
• José Manuel López to score
• Goals under 3.5

Injury and Team News

Palmeiras will not have Ramon Sosa, Paulinho and Jefte in action. They are injured. Joaquin Piqerez might also have to sit out due to a lack of fitness.

Gabriel Menino has a leg injury, Lucas Verissimo has a calf injury, and Vinicius Lira, with a ligament tear, are ruled out for Santos FC.

Head-to-head

Matches played: 99

Palmeiras (wins): 43

Santos FC (wins): 31

Draws: 25

Predicted Lineups

Palmeiras predicted XI (3-4-1-2)

Miguel (GK); Giay, Gomez, Barboza; Allan, Pereira, Freitas, Arthur; Mauricio; Roque, Lopez

Santos predicted XI (4-2-3-1)

Brazao (GK); Igor, Arao, Peres, Escobar; Henrique, Schmidt; Rony, Neymar, Barreal; Barbosa

Match Prediction

The hosts Palmeiras are going to have a significant advantage. Santos FC can struggle out there with less quality players in the squad.

Abel Ferreira’s men are likely to come out on top and secure a win against the visitors.

Prediction: Palmeiras 2-1 Santos

Telecast Details

Brazil: SporTV, Premiere, Globoplay

USA: Premiere

UK: Premier Sports Player, Premier Sports 2

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