Match Summary
Água Santa and Portuguesa drew 0:0. The match was played in Paulista - A1 2025. 1 yellow cards were shown. Água Santa had 54% possession while Portuguesa held 46%. Água Santa had 11 shots (2 on target) compared to 7 (0 on target) for Portuguesa. Água Santa made 5 substitutions, Portuguesa made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Água Santa and Portuguesa — 0 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Água Santa had 54% possession against Portuguesa's 46%. Água Santa registered 11 shots (2 on target) while Portuguesa managed 7 (0 on target). Corner kicks: 2–2. Fouls committed: 2–5.
Lineups
Água Santa lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Pintado, while Portuguesa deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Cauan de Almeida.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Água Santa is 6.86, compared to 6.74 for Portuguesa. 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. Água Santa's highest-rated starter is Renan Castro (7.01), while Portuguesa's best-rated player is Cristiano (6.99).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Água Santa have contributed 5 goals and 2 assists this season, led by Netinho (2G). Portuguesa's starters account for 6 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by Cristiano (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Água Santa deploy 4 defenders rated 6.88 on average, against Portuguesa's 4-man backline averaging 6.42. 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
Água Santa field 5 midfielders averaging 6.82, versus Portuguesa's 5 rated 6.88. 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
Água Santa start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.93, compared to 1 for Portuguesa 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 40% for Água Santa and 42% for Portuguesa. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Água Santa's starters have collected 13 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Portuguesa. 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 Água Santa's starting XI is 26.4 (youngest: Davi Gomes (20), oldest: Ademilson (31)), while Portuguesa average 28.8 (youngest: Maceió (22), oldest: Cristiano (38)). 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
Água Santa's starters average 9 league appearances each, versus 10 for Portuguesa. 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, Água Santa have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Portuguesa show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Água Santa and Portuguesa have met 2 times — Água Santa won 1, Portuguesa won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (3 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2025.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026