Santos vs Cruzeiro Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Campeonato Brasileiro Série A 2025

The Peixe emerged victorious when they last faced the Raposa.

Santos FC are all set to lock horns with Cruzeiro in their matchweek 38 of the 2025 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A. This is going to be an entertaining game to look at and it will take place at the Urbano Caldeira Stadium.

Neymar and company are now looking a bit out of pressure after securing two consecutive wins in their last two league games. Santos FC are now in 14th place on the points table and will now be looking for another win here. The Peixe will be at home and will be looking to use this to their advantage.

Cruzeiro have missed out on securing the league title this season as they saw a dip in their form. They will now most likely finish third when this campaign comes to an end. The Raposa have won 19 of their 37 Brazilian Serie A games this season and will be keen for yet another win, but it is not going to be an easy outing for them.

Kick-off:

• Location: Santos, Brazil
• Stadium: Urbano Caldeira Stadium
• Date: Monday, December 8
• Kick-off Time: 12:30 a.m. IST (Sunday, Dec 7; 07:00 p.m. GMT/ 02:00 p.m. ET/ 11:00 a.m. PT)
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Form:

Santos: W-D-D-W-W

Cruzeiro: D-D-W-D-D

Players to Watch

Neymar (Santos)

The Brazilian star scored a sensational hat-trick and helped his side secure three important points single-handedly. It was a top effort by Neymar, who is looking to help his stay in the Brazilian top division. He will be ready for another challenge and is going to be a menace to the opponent’s defence.

Kaio Jorge (Cruzeiro)

Kaio Jorge is not going to go easy on Santos’ defence in the upcoming league game. In 33 Campeonato Serie A matches this season, he has scored 21 goals and also has eight assists to his name. The 23-year-old is one of the top performers in the league this season and will be looking to find the net yet again.

Match Facts

• Santos FC are on a two-match winning streak.
• Four of the last five matches for Cruzeiro have ended in a draw.
• The Raposa have defeated the Peixe three times in their last five meetings.

Santos vs Cruzeiro: Betting Tips and Odds

• Santos FC to win @1/2 Unibet
• Neymar to score @5/4 bet365
• Goals over 3.5 @13/5 Virgin Bet

Injury and Team News

Ze Rafael is not going to be in action for Santos FC as he is suspended. Tiquinho Soares is likely to miss out due to his fitness issues.

Cruzeiro will be without the services of Wanderson and Marquinhos as they are injured.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 55

Santos won: 19

Cruzeiro won: 21

Draws: 15

Predicted Lineups

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

Brazão (GK); Igor, Frias, Ivaldo, Souza; Arao, Schmidt; Barreal, Neymar, Augusto; Diaz

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

Cássio (GK); William, Brunom Villalba, Kaiki; Romero, Lucas Silva; Christian, Pereira, Sinisterra; Jorge

Match Prediction

As the season is coming to a close, both of these clubs will be looking for a positive result. Santos FC are likely to be the better team against Cruzeiro in their upcoming Brasileiro Serie A clash.

Prediction: Santos 3-2 Cruzeiro

Telecast Details

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