Fluminense vs Santos Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Brazilian Serie A 2025

Santástico are still chasing their first league win of the season

Santos FC will visit the legendary Maracanã stadium to lock horns with Fluminense on matchday three of Campeonato Brasileiro Série A 2025. The home side started their league campaign with a 2-0 loss against Fortaleza but bounced back with a 2-1 win over Bragantino in the following game. The club is currently placed ninth in the points table and will look to rise in the ranks.

Santos FC, on the other hand, find themselves in the 16th spot in the points table. They are winless in their first two games and only have a point to their name. Santos played a great game against Bahia as they dominated their opponents in all aspects of the game, but were held to a draw. Pedro Caixinha will be under immense pressure as fans are expecting a successful season from their club.

Kick-off:

• Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
• Stadium: Maracanã
• Date and Kickoff Time: April 14 – 4:00 IST; April 13 – 22:30 GMT/15:30 PT/18:30
• Referee: Not decided
• VAR: In Use

Form:

Fluminense (in all competitions): W-W-W-L-D

Santos FC (in all competitions): D-L-L-W-W

Players to watch out for:

Matheus Martinelli (Fluminense)

The Brazilian midfielder has started this new season on an incredible note. He has been instrumental in the opening two games and even scored the match-winner in extra time against RB Bragantino. He mainly operates as a central midfielder but can also be effective as a single pivot.

Álvaro Barreal (Santos FC)

Despite Santos having a lackluster start to the season, Álvaro Barreal has been excellent in the opening two league games. He scored against Vasco in the opening encounter and showcased his immense quality against Bahia in a 2-2 draw. The Argentine will be coming into this game high on confidence and fans will be expecting a similar display from him against Fluminense.

Match Facts:

• The last game between these two teams ended in a 3-0 win for Fluminense.
• The home side won 2-1 against RB Bragantino in their last game.
• Santos FC played a 2-2 draw against Bahia in their last game.

Fluminense vs Santos FC: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Fluminense to win – 2.09 by Stake
• Tip 2: Both teams to score – 1.67 by Dafabet
• Tip 3: Expected Goals – Over 2.5 – 1.72 by 1XBET

Injury and Team news:

Renato Augusto, Gabriel Fuentes, Riquelme, Otávio, Isaque, and Guga will be unavailable for the home side due to their respective injuries.

Santos FC, on the other hand, will be without the likes of Aderlan, Souza, Hyan and Zé Rafael for their clash against Fluminense. Neymar has returned to training and might be involved in the upcoming match.

O Príncipe em campo! 🤩🔟 pic.twitter.com/J72Ipn9zII

— Santos FC (@SantosFC) April 11, 2025

Head to Head:

Total matches: 42

Fluminense won: 17

Santos won: 16

Draws: 9

Predicted Lineup:

Fluminense (4-2-3-1)

Fábio(GK); René, Freytes, Silva, Guga; Martinelli, Hércules; Canobbio, Lima, Arias; Cano

Santos FC (4-2-3-1)

Brazão(GK); Escobar, Ivaldo, Gil, Chermont; Schmidt, Bontempo; Guilherme, Barreal, Rollheiser; Tiquinho

Match Prediction:

Fluminense are coming into this game as favorites and are expected to emerge victorious in this highly anticipated encounter.

Prediction: Fluminense 2-1 Santos

Telecast details for Fluminense vs Santos:

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UK: Onefootball app & website

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