Match Summary
Novorizontino defeated Santos 3:2. The match was played in Paulista - A1 2020. Goals were scored by Marinho 17′, Marinho 48′, Cleo Silva 59′, Guilherme Queiroz 63′ (pen.), Batista 81′. 4 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Novorizontino made 5 substitutions, Santos made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Novorizontino and Santos — 5 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Pará
assist: Jean Mota
Penalty
assist: Nando
Lineups
Novorizontino lined up in a — formation under Roberto Fonseca, while Santos deployed a — under Jesualdo Ferreira.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Novorizontino is 6.92, compared to — for Santos. 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. Novorizontino's highest-rated starter is Léo Santiago (6.93), while Santos's best-rated player is —.
Midfield Control
Novorizontino field 11 midfielders averaging 6.92, versus Santos's 11 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.
Age & Experience
The average age of Novorizontino's starting XI is 27.0 (youngest: Léo Santiago (26), oldest: Reverson Paiva (28)), while Santos 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
Novorizontino's starters average 4 league appearances each, versus 0 for Santos. 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Novorizontino have recorded 1 wins, 4 draws and 1 defeats. Santos show 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Novorizontino and Santos have met 1 times — Novorizontino won 0, Santos won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 0 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 0.00 per match (0 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 23 Mar 2026