Preview: Athletico Paranaense vs Santos Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Campeonato Brasileiro Série A 2026

The Furacão dominated the proceedings when they last faced the Peixe.

Athletico Paranaense are now going to take on Santos FC for their matchweek 3 fixture of the 2026 Campeonato Brasileiro Serie A. Arena da Baixada will witness this interesting contest between these sides.

The Furacão are coming in after securing a win against Internacional in their opening game of the Brazilian Serie A this season and will be looking to continue their positive run of form. They will be at home and are going to use it to their advantage in their upcoming game.

Santos FC are still looking for a win in the Brasileiro Serie A after contesting two matches this season. They are coming in after securing a win in their Campeonato Paulista match.

However, the next league fixture is going to be a tough one due to their current run of form. The Peixe will be away from home, keeping them under pressure from the beginning.

Kick-off:

• Location: Curitiba, Brazil
• Stadium: Arena da Baixada
• Date: Friday, February 13
• Kick-off Time: 03:30 a.m. IST (Thursday, Feb 12; 10:00 p.m. GMT/ 05:00 p.m. ET/ 02:00 p.m. PT)
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Form:

Athletico-PR: W-W-W-W-W

Santos: D-L-L-D-W

Players to Watch

Stiven Mendoza (Club Athletico Paranaense)

Stiven Mendoza is going to be one of the main men in the attacking front for Athletico-PR. He was the sole goal scorer in the opening Brazilian Serie A game for his side and will be looking to come up with another top performance. Mendoza will lead the attack from the right and is going to be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence.

Ze Rafael (Santos FC)

From controlling the midfield to being effective in the final third, Ze Rafael is going to play a crucial part for Santos FC. In two Campeonato Serie A appearances this season, he has two goal contributions and will be keen to add more to his tally. He scored an important goal against Sao Paulo FC, which eventually helped Peixe secure a draw.

Match Facts

• Athletico-PR are on a five-match winning streak.
• Santos FC have only won one of their last five matches.
• Two of the last five meetings between these clubs have ended in a draw.

Athletico Paranaense vs Santos: Betting Tips and Odds

• Athletico-PR to win @5/4 Ladbrokes
• Stiven Mendoza to score @16/5 Virgin Bet
• Goals under 3.5 @3/11 Unibet

Injury and Team News

Athletico Paranaense will miss out on the services of Felipinho. He is injured.

Adonis Frias and Willian Arao are not going to be in action for Santos FC due to their injuries. Neymar is back in training.

O início do treino desta manhã! 💪 pic.twitter.com/2bWuI4yxEh

— Santos FC (@SantosFC) February 7, 2026

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 54

Athletico-PR won: 16

Santos FC won: 25

Draws: 13

Predicted Lineups

Athletico-PR predicted lineup (5-4-1)

Santos (GK); Benavídez, Teran, Aguirre, Dias, Derik; Mendoza, Zapelli, Portilla, Julimar; Viveros

Santos predicted lineup (4-4-2)

Brazão (GK); Mayke, Basso, Peres, Escobar; Menino, Schmidt, Ze Rafael, Barreal; Barbosa, Rony

Match Prediction

Both these clubs will be looking for a positive outcome here. Athletico Paranaense are likely to come out on top to secure a win against Santos FC in their upcoming Campeonato Brasileiro Série A clash.

Prediction: Athletico-PR 2-1 Santos

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