Sao Paulo vs Santos Preview – prediction, team news, lineups | Campeonato Brasileiro Série A 2026
The Peixe are winless in their last two outings against Tricolor Paulista!
Sao Paulo will be gearing up to take on Santos FC for their round 21 fixture of the 2026 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A. This will be an exciting clash between these sides, which is scheduled to take place at the Estádio Cícero Pompeu de Toledo.
The Dorival Júnior-led side have not been in a top run of form recently. They are finally back to winning ways with their 1-0 victory against Internacional. The São Paulo Futebol Clube were awarded a penalty in the 15th minute.
It was enough for them to secure three points in the end. After taking an early lead, they shifted their play to more of a defensive side.
The Tricolor Paulista will have to come up with a better approach in the final third against Neymar and company. Being the hosts is surely going to be a big advantage for Sao Paulo. They will now be eager to extend their winning run.
Santos FC have now secured four wins in their last five matches. They are coming off a 2-1 victory against Remo in their previous Brazilian Serie A game. Cuca’s men came up with two late goals to secure three points, but after conceding a goal in the 83rd minute, they kind of came under some pressure.
The Peixe will be away from home, but their confidence levels will be on the positive side due to their current run of form. They are currently in eighth place on the league table. A win can help them get to the seventh spot.
Kick-off:
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- Location: Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Venue: Estádio Cícero Pompeu de Toledo
- Date: Saturday, October 3
- Kick-off Time: 04:30 AM IST (Friday, October 2; 11:00 PM GMT/ 07:00 PM ET/ 04:00 PM PT)
- Referee: TBD
- VAR: Not in use
Form:
Sao Paulo: W-L-L-D-W
Santos: W-W-W-L-W
Players to Watch
Luciano (Sao Paulo)
In the absence of Jonathan Calleri, Luciano will have a crucial role to play in the final third for Sao Paulo FC. He has scored eight goals and has an assist in 22 matches for his side in the Brazilian Serie A this season. The 33-year-old won a penalty in the previous encounter against Internacional, which proved to be the winning goal.
Gabriel Barbosa (Santos)
The 30-year-old striker looked in phenomenal touch for Santos in their 2-1 win against Remo in their last league outing. He first managed an important assist and then went on to score the match-winning goal for his side. Gabriel Barbosa now has 14 goal contributions for Peixe in 19 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A games this season.
Match Facts
- Sao Paulo have only managed one win in their last four attempts.
- Santos FC have four wins in their last five matches.
- Only one of the last five outings between these clubs has ended in a draw.
Betting Tips & Odds
- Santos FC to win @11/4 bet365
- Gabriel Barbosa to score @13/5 bet365
- Goals under 3.5 @2/7 Unibet
Injury and Team News
Sao Paulo will miss out on the services of Lucas Moura, Damian Bobadilla, Aurelio Buta, Nicolas and Domingos Duarte. They are injured. Jonathan Calleri will also sit out after receiving excessive yellow cards.
Neymar, Vinicius Lira, Alvaro Barreal, Philippe Coutinho and Gabriel Brazao are not going to be in action for Santos FC due to their injuries. Gabriel Bontempo and Luan Peres are going to miss out due to their suspensions.
Head-to-Head
Matches played: 101
Sao Paulo (wins): 38
Santos FC (wins): 41
Draws: 22
Predicted Lineups
Sao Paulo predicted XI (3-4-2-1)
Rafael (GK); Duarte, Arboleda, Toloi; Lima, Antonio, Djhordne, Borduchi; Luciano, Artur; Ferreira
Santos predicted XI (4-1-4-1)
Diogenes (GK); Rodinei, Verissimo, Peres, Escobar; Oliva; Thaciano, Henrique, Arthur, Rony; Barbosa
Match Prediction
Despite being the host side, Sao Paulo FC are going to be under pressure as they are on an underwhelming run of form. Santos FC are going to come up with a strong fight and might have a chance to secure three points.
The Peixe are likely to emerge victorious and secure a crucial win.
Prediction: Sao Paulo 1-2 Santos
Telecast Details
Brazil: SporTV, Premiere, Globoplay
USA: Premiere
UK: Premier Sports Player, Premier Sports 2
When and where is Sao Paulo vs Santos Brazilian Serie A match?
This clash will take place at the Estádio Cícero Pompeu de Toledo on October 3 at 4:30 am IST.
Where and how to watch Brazilian Serie A in the UK?
Premier Sports Player and Premier Sports 2 can be used to view all the games live.
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