Match Summary
Santos defeated Sao Paulo 1:0. The match was played in Paulista - A1 2024. Goals were scored by A. Morelos 66′ (pen.). 7 yellow cards were shown. Sao Paulo had 58% possession while Santos held 42%. Sao Paulo had 21 shots (2 on target) compared to 6 (3 on target) for Santos. Sao Paulo made 2 substitutions, Santos made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Rómulo Otero 62′), Goal cancelled (Erick 90′).
Match Events
Key match events between Sao Paulo and Santos — 1 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Match Statistics
Sao Paulo had 58% possession against Santos's 42%. Sao Paulo registered 21 shots (2 on target) while Santos managed 6 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 4–2. Fouls committed: 14–12.
Lineups
Sao Paulo lined up in a 4-3-1-2 formation under Thiago Carpini, while Santos deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Fábio Carille.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Sao Paulo is 7.17, compared to 6.50 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. Sao Paulo's highest-rated starter is Rafael (7.17), while Santos's best-rated player is Hayner (6.50).
Defensive Solidity
Sao Paulo deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Santos'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
Sao Paulo field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Santos'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
Sao Paulo start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Santos 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 Sao Paulo's starting XI is 28.7 (youngest: Welington (24), oldest: Rafael (36)), while Santos average 30.0 (youngest: João Paulo (30), oldest: João Paulo (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
Sao Paulo's starters average 8 league appearances each, versus 6 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
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Sao Paulo have recorded 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 defeats. Santos show 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Sao Paulo and Santos have met 3 times — Sao Paulo won 1, Santos won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Santos leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 8 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.67 per match (3 for the home side, 5 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 3–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 23 Mar 2026