Match Summary
Santa Cruz defeated Juventude 5:2. The match was played in Serie B 2017. Goals were scored by Anderson Salles 41′, William Barbio 44′, Mateus 51′, Marcilio 57′, Halef 59′, William Barbio 68′, Felipe Lima 89′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Santa Cruz had 63% possession while Juventude held 37%. Santa Cruz had 14 shots (10 on target) compared to 6 (2 on target) for Juventude. Santa Cruz made 3 substitutions, Juventude made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Santa Cruz and Juventude — 7 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.
assist: João Ananias
assist: Bruno Collaço
assist: Joao Paulo
assist: Thiago Primão
assist: Halef
Match Statistics
Santa Cruz had 63% possession against Juventude's 37%. Santa Cruz registered 14 shots (10 on target) while Juventude managed 6 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 2–3. Fouls committed: 9–16.
Lineups
Santa Cruz lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Adriano Teixeira, while Juventude deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Antônio Carlos Zago.
Defensive Solidity
Santa Cruz deploy 2 defenders rated — on average, against Juventude'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
Santa Cruz field 8 midfielders averaging —, versus Juventude'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
Santa Cruz start 0 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Juventude 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.
Substitutes
Coach: Adriano Teixeira
Substitutes
Coach: Antônio Carlos Zago
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Santa Cruz have recorded 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 defeats. Juventude show 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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