Paulista - A1· Season 2025
Match Summary
Ponte Preta and Santos drew 1:1. The match was played in Paulista - A1 2025. Goals were scored by Jean Dias 43′, Guilherme 54′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Ponte Preta had 44% possession while Santos held 56%. Ponte Preta had 11 shots (5 on target) compared to 8 (5 on target) for Santos. Ponte Preta made 4 substitutions, Santos made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Ponte Preta and Santos — 2 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Danilo Barcelos
assist: Luca Meirelles
Match Statistics
Ponte Preta had 44% possession against Santos's 56%. Ponte Preta registered 11 shots (5 on target) while Santos managed 8 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 3–5. Fouls committed: 13–11.
Lineups
Ponte Preta lined up in a 3-5-2 formation under Alberto Valentim, while Santos deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Pedro Caixinha.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Ponte Preta is 6.59, compared to 6.93 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. Ponte Preta's highest-rated starter is Diogo Silva (6.96), while Santos's best-rated player is Gabriel Brazão (7.41).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Ponte Preta have contributed 2 goals and 0 assists this season, led by Danilo Barcelos (1G). Santos's starters account for 3 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by Thaciano (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Ponte Preta deploy 3 defenders rated 6.57 on average, against Santos's 4-man backline averaging 6.93. 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
Ponte Preta field 5 midfielders averaging 6.43, versus Santos's 5 rated 6.77. 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
Ponte Preta 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 80% for Ponte Preta and 45% for Santos. 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
Ponte Preta's starters have collected 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 for Santos. 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 Ponte Preta's starting XI is 35.2 (youngest: Saimon (34), oldest: Diogo Silva (39)), while Santos average 28.6 (youngest: M. Terceros (21), oldest: T. Rincón (37)). 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
Ponte Preta's starters average 5 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
Coach: Alberto Valentim
Substitutes
Coach: Pedro Caixinha
Rivalry since 2012
Ponte Preta vs Santos Head to Head Results· 15
Ponte Preta and Santos have met 15 times — Ponte Preta won 5, Santos won 6, with 4 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. Santos leads the head-to-head with 6 victories from 15 meetings. A combined 43 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.87 per match (22 for the home side, 21 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 11 matches (73%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 11 games (73%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Santos are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–2 in 2024.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Ponte Preta have recorded 0 wins, 1 draw and 5 defeats. Santos show 3 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026