Match Summary
Santos defeated Ponte Preta 3:1. The match was played in Paulista - A1 2024. Goals were scored by Giuliano 12′, J. Furch 18′, Giuliano 56′, Élvis 78′ (pen.). 2 yellow cards were shown. Santos had 56% possession while Ponte Preta held 44%. Santos had 15 shots (6 on target) compared to 14 (1 on target) for Ponte Preta. Santos made 5 substitutions, Ponte Preta made 4. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Mateus Silva 76′).
Match Events
Key match events between Santos and Ponte Preta — 4 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
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assist: Felipe Jonatan
Penalty
Match Statistics
Santos had 56% possession against Ponte Preta's 44%. Santos registered 15 shots (6 on target) while Ponte Preta managed 14 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 5–3. Fouls committed: 11–10.
Lineups
Santos lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Fábio Carille, while Ponte Preta deployed a 4-3-3 under João Brigatti.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Santos is —, compared to 6.50 for Ponte Preta. 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. Santos's highest-rated starter is —, while Ponte Preta's best-rated player is Castro (6.80).
Defensive Solidity
Santos deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Ponte Preta's 4-man backline averaging 6.50. 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
Santos field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Ponte Preta's 3 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
Santos start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Ponte Preta 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.
Age & Experience
The average age of Santos's starting XI is 30.0 (youngest: João Paulo (30), oldest: João Paulo (30)), while Ponte Preta average 28.2 (youngest: Jeh (26), oldest: Mateus Silva (30)). 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
Santos's starters average 9 league appearances each, versus 4 for Ponte Preta. 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, Santos have recorded 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 defeats. Ponte Preta show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Santos and Ponte Preta have met 1 times — Santos won 0, Ponte Preta won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 2 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (1 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 23 Mar 2026