Pernambucano - 1· Season 2025
Match Summary
Nautico Recife defeated Santa Cruz 2:1. The match was played in Pernambucano - 1 2025. Goals were scored by Patrick Allan 27′, Thiaguinho 28′, Paulo Sérgio 76′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Nautico Recife made 5 substitutions, Santa Cruz made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Nautico Recife and Santa Cruz — 3 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
Lineups
Nautico Recife lined up in a 4-3-1-2 formation under Marquinhos Santos, while Santa Cruz deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Itamar Schülle.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Nautico Recife is 6.60, compared to — for Santa Cruz. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Nautico Recife's highest-rated starter is Paulo Sérgio (6.60), while Santa Cruz's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Nautico Recife deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Santa Cruz's 5-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Nautico Recife field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Santa Cruz's 5 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Nautico Recife start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.60, compared to 0 for Santa Cruz averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 74% for Nautico Recife and —% for Santa Cruz. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Age & Experience
The average age of Nautico Recife's starting XI is 35.0 (youngest: Auremir (34), oldest: Paulo Sérgio (36)), while Santa Cruz average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Nautico Recife's starters average 4 league appearances each, versus 0 for Santa Cruz. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Marquinhos Santos
Substitutes
Coach: Itamar Schülle
Rivalry since 2014
Nautico Recife vs Santa Cruz Head to Head Results· 17
Nautico Recife and Santa Cruz have met 17 times — Nautico Recife won 9, Santa Cruz won 2, with 6 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2014. Nautico Recife leads the head-to-head with 9 victories from 17 meetings. A combined 40 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.35 per match (25 for the home side, 15 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 8 matches (47%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 8 games (47%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Nautico Recife are currently unbeaten in the last 10 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–3 in 2023.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Nautico Recife have recorded 3 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats. Santa Cruz show 2 wins, 1 draw and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026