Preview: Santos vs AE Velo Clube Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Brazilian Campeonato Paulista 2026

The previous outing between these clubs ended in favour of the Velão.

Santos FC are all set to battle it out against Associação Esportiva Velo Clube Rioclarense for their round 8 fixture of the Paulista A1 2026. This is going to be an interesting outing, taking place at the Urbano Caldeira Stadium.

Despite being at home, the upcoming fixture will not be an easy one for the Pexie. They have not performed up to the mark in their last few matches.

Santos FC were recently outplayed by Velão, and they will be keen to turn the tide this time around. They need to work hard and come up with better strategies going forward.

AE Velo Clube will be under pressure for their next outing. They have put in poor efforts in their recent games.

Velão have already defeated Santos FC once in the Campeonato Paulista this season and will be keen to complete a double. They will be away from home for their upcoming game, and it is going to be a tough game for them.

Kick-off:

• Location: Santos, Brazil
• Stadium: Urbano Caldeira Stadium
• Date: Monday, February 16
• Kick-off Time: 05:00 a.m. IST (Sunday, February 15; 11:30 p.m. GMT/ 06:30 p.m. ET/ 03:30 p.m. PT)
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Form:

Santos: L-L-D-W-L

Velo Clube: L-L-L-L-D

Players to Watch

Thaciano (Santos)

The 30-year-old was the sole goal scorer for Santos FC in their previous Brazilian Serie A fixture, but it was still not enough to avoid the defeat. He will be looking to find the net yet again and be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence. Thaciano is one of the main men in the attacking front for the hosts.

Otávio (Velo Clube)

Otavio scored an important goal for Associação Esportiva Velo Clube Rioclarense in their previous Paulista A1 contest. It helped them secure a draw in the final moments of the game. The 28-year-old will be keen to step up his game and help his side both in the attacking front and the midfield once again.

Match Facts

• AE Velo Clube have failed to secure a win in their last five games.
• Santos FC have only secured one win in their last five matches.
• This will be the second-ever confrontation between these clubs.

Santos vs Velo Clube: Betting Tips and Odds

• The hosts to win @1/4 BetMGM
• Thaciano to score @3/1 Virgin Bet
• Goals under 3.5 @1/3 SkyBet

Injury and Team News

Ze Rafael, Adonis Frias and Willian Arao are not going to be in action for Santos FC. They are injured. Neymar and Gabriel Barbosa are not yet fully fit to be a part of the squad.

AE Velo Clube have all their players fit and ready to be in action.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 1

Santos won: 0

Velo Clube won: 1

Draws: 0

Predicted Lineups

Santos predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Brazão (GK); Igor, Ivaldo, Peres, Lira; Menino, Schmidt, Bontempo; Barreal, Thaciano, Rollheiser

Velo Clube predicted lineup (5-4-1)

Carne (GK); Ynaia, Mancha, Marcelo, Filho, Caique; Adriano, Rodrigo, Otavio, De Souza; Sillas

Match Prediction

Both of these clubs will be gunning for a win here. Santos FC are likely to outshine Associação Esportiva Velo Clube Rioclarense in their upcoming Paulista A1 clash.

Prediction: Santos 2-1 Velo Clube

Telecast Details

Brazil: Prime Video, TNT Sports

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