Preview: Santos vs Coritiba prediction, odds, where to watch, time | Copa do Brasil 2026 Fifth round first leg

The Peixe are on a three-match winning streak against Coxa.

Santos FC are all set to take on Coritiba Football Club for their first leg fifth round fixture of the 2026 Copa do Brasil. This is going to be an intense outing between these clubs, taking place at the Urbano Caldeira Stadium.

The Peixe continue to remain inconsistent with their performances. They are coming in after facing a 2-3 defeat at the hands of Fluminense in their Brazilian Serie A encounter. Cuca’s men came close, but it was not enough for them to secure a win.

Final de jogo. O Santos é superado por 3 a 2. pic.twitter.com/J4RxOTf4FF

— Santos FC (@SantosFC) April 19, 2026

Santos FC need to work on their defence, which has cost them many matches. They will be once again at home and must use it to their advantage and secure a win. The Peixe will be looking to take the advantage in the first leg, which can become beneficial for them heading into the away leg.

Coritiba Football Club have performed decently in their last few matches. Even though those performances were not their best efforts, they haven’t faced a defeat in their last four matches. The Fernando Seabra-led side are coming in after securing a 2-0 win against Atlético MG.

Despite being away from home, they will be coming up with a strong fight for Neymar‘s Santos.

Kick-off:

• Location: Santos, Brazil
• Stadium: Urbano Caldeira
• Date: Thursday, April 23
• Kick-off Time: 04:00 AM IST (Wednesday, April 22; 10:30 PM GMT/ 05:30 PM ET/ 02:30 PM PT)
• Referee: TBA
• VAR: In use

Form:

Santos: D-W-L-W-L

Coritiba: L-D-D-D-W

Players to Watch

Gabriel Barbosa (Santos)

The 29-year-old put on quite a show for Santos FC in their previous league fixture, but it was still not enough to get them a win. He scored a goal and also bagged an assist. Gabriel Barbosa will be yet again getting ready to help his side in the attacking front. He will be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence.

Breno (Coritiba)

Breno have now scored in back-to-back matches for Coritiba Football Club. He first scored against Botafogo and then found the net against Atlético MG. The 30-year-old will be looking to step up his game and come up with a top performance so that he can help his side stand a chance against the Peixe.

Match Facts

• Coritiba Football Club are on a four-match unbeaten run.
• Santos FC have secured two wins in their last five matches.
• Only one of the last five meetings between these clubs have ended in a draw.

Betting Tips and Odds

• Santos FC to win @3/4 BetMGM
• Gabriel Barbosa to score @2/1 Virgin Bet
• Goals under 3.5 @2/7 10bet

Injury and Team News

Rony, Gabriel Menino and Vinicius Lira are not going to be in action for Santos FC because of their injuries.

Coritiba will miss out on the services of Keno, Pedro Marisco and Rodrigo Rodrigues. They are injured.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 44

Santos won: 26

Coritiba won: 10

Draws: 8

Predicted Lineups

Santos predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Brazão (GK); Igor, Veríssimo, Peres, Barreal; Arão, Henrique; Bontempo, Neymar, Barreal; Barbosa

Coritiba predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Rangel (GK); Tinga, Maicon, Maranhão, Melo; Gómez, Dos Santos; Pires, Pesqueira, Breno; Rocha

Match Prediction

Even though Santos FC will be at Urbano Caldeira Stadium, it is not going to be an easy fixture for them. Coritiba are going to come up with a strong fight despite being the visiting team.

The Peixe are likely to secure a win in their Copa do Brasil contest against Coxa.

Prediction: Santos 2-1 Coritiba

Telecast Details

Brazil: Globoplay, Amazon Prime Video, SporTV, Premiere

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