Santos FC vs Juventude Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Brazilian Serie A

Only four points separate the two sides on the points table.

Santos FC will go head-to-head against Juventude on matchday 18 of the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A. With four wins, three draws, and nine losses, the home side are currently placed in the 17th spot and have 15 points to their name. They are winless in their last three games and will look to get back to winning ways.

Juventude, on the other hand, finds themselves in the 19th spot. They have 11 points in the ongoing campaign and are placed in the relegation zone. After three wins, two draws, and 10 losses in their opening 15 games, the Verdão will look to build some momentum with a win here, as fans are expecting them to stitch some wins together and finish the season in a better position.

Kickoff:

• Location: São Paulo, Brazil
• Stadium: MorumBIS
• Date and Kickoff Time: Aug 5 – 04:30 AM IST [Aug 4 – 11:00 PM GMT/4:00 PM PT/7:00 PM ET]
• Referee: Paulo Cesar Zanovelli da Silva
• VAR: In Use

Form:

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

Juventude (in all competitions): L-L-L-W-L

Players to watch out for:

Neymar Jr. (Santos FC)

The Brazilian magician made an iconic comeback to his boyhood club during the winter transfer window. He started his second stint with the club on an incredible note and has racked up some consistent game time. He has registered four goals and three assists and is picking up form in front of the goal.

Emerson Batalla (Juventude)

The Colombian midfielder is the top goalscorer for his team in the ongoing league campaign. He has registered three goals and one assist in the opening 15 matches. He can operate on the right wing as well and is a lethal threat

He will be vital for the visitors as they are in desperate need of getting three points.

Match Facts:

• The last game between these two teams ended in a 4-1 win for the Peixe.
• Santos played a 2-2 draw against Sport Recife in their last game.
• Juventude lost 3-0 against Bahia in their last game.

Santos FC vs Juventude: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Santos FC to win – 1.92 by Stake
• Tip 2: Both teams to score – 1.56 by Dafabet
• Tip 3: Expected Goals – Over 2 – 1.79 by 1XBET

Injury and Team news:

Guilherme and Willian Arão will be unavailable for the home side due to their respective injuries.

Juventude, on the other hand, will be without the likes of Rodrigo Sam and Rafael Bilu for their clash against Santos FC.

Head to Head:

Total matches: 4

Santos FC won: 2

Juventude won: 1

Draws: 1

Predicted Lineup:

Santos FC (4-2-3-1)

Brazão(GK); Vinícius, Basso, Peres Petroni, Souza; Rollheiser, Rincón, Schmidt, Barreal; Washington, Neymar

Juventude (5-4-1)

Gustavo(GK); Reginaldo, Abner, Ángel, Felipe, Hermes; Batalla, Jadson, Fernandes, Veron; Taliari

Match Prediction:

Santos FC are expected to register a much-needed win against Juventude in this massive upcoming encounter.

Prediction: Santos FC 2-1 Juventude

Telecast details:

USA: Fanatiz

UK: Onefootball app & website

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