Match Summary
Portuguesa and Água Santa drew 1:1. The match was played in Paulista - A1 2024. Goals were scored by Patrick 5′, Bruno Mezenga 68′. 11 yellow cards were shown, 3 red cards. Portuguesa had 33% possession while Água Santa held 67%. Portuguesa had 15 shots (6 on target) compared to 6 (1 on target) for Água Santa. Portuguesa made 5 substitutions, Água Santa made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Portuguesa and Água Santa — 2 goals and 14 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Eduardo Diniz
assist: Bruno Xavier
Match Statistics
Portuguesa had 33% possession against Água Santa's 67%. Portuguesa registered 15 shots (6 on target) while Água Santa managed 6 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 7–2. Fouls committed: 19–14.
Lineups
Portuguesa lined up in a 5-3-2 formation under Pintado, while Água Santa deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Bruno Pivetti.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Portuguesa is 6.66, compared to 6.86 for Água Santa. 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. Portuguesa's highest-rated starter is Tauã Belo (6.66), while Água Santa's best-rated player is Ygor Vinhas (6.86).
Defensive Solidity
Portuguesa deploy 5 defenders rated — on average, against Água Santa's 3-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
Portuguesa field 3 midfielders averaging 6.66, versus Água Santa's 6 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
Portuguesa start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Água Santa 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.
Discipline
Portuguesa's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Água Santa. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Portuguesa's starting XI is 32.5 (youngest: Tauã Belo (30), oldest: Thomazella (35)), while Água Santa average 31.0 (youngest: Ygor Vinhas (31), oldest: Ygor Vinhas (31)). 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
Portuguesa's starters average 11 league appearances each, versus 9 for Água Santa. 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
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Portuguesa have recorded 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 defeats. Água Santa show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Portuguesa and Água Santa have met 3 times — Portuguesa won 1, Água Santa won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (3 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 23 Mar 2026