Match Summary
Santos defeated São Bernardo 2:1. The match was played in Paulista - A1 2024. Goals were scored by A. Morelos 28′, João Paulo 70′ (o.g.), Willian 87′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Santos had 46% possession while São Bernardo held 54%. Santos had 13 shots (6 on target) compared to 15 (2 on target) for São Bernardo. Santos made 4 substitutions, São Bernardo made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Santos and São Bernardo — 3 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Pedrinho
Own Goal
Match Statistics
Santos had 46% possession against São Bernardo's 54%. Santos registered 13 shots (6 on target) while São Bernardo managed 15 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 3–5. Fouls committed: 14–7.
Lineups
Santos lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Fábio Carille, while São Bernardo deployed a 3-4-3 under Márcio Zanardi.
Defensive Solidity
Santos deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against São Bernardo'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
Santos field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus São Bernardo's 4 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 São Bernardo 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 29.5 (youngest: A. Morelos (29), oldest: João Paulo (30)), while São Bernardo average 29.0 (youngest: Luiz Filipe (24), oldest: Alan Santos (34)). 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 0 for São Bernardo. 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. São Bernardo show 1 wins, 4 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Santos and São Bernardo have met 1 times — Santos won 0, São Bernardo won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. São Bernardo leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (1 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), 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 (1)
API data: 23 Mar 2026