Match Summary
Santa Cruz and Parana drew 0:0. The match was played in Serie B 2017. 4 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Santa Cruz had 49% possession while Parana held 51%. Santa Cruz had 13 shots (3 on target) compared to 12 (4 on target) for Parana. Santa Cruz made 3 substitutions, Parana made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Santa Cruz and Parana — 0 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Santa Cruz had 49% possession against Parana's 51%. Santa Cruz registered 13 shots (3 on target) while Parana managed 12 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 2–7. Fouls committed: 20–16.
Lineups
Santa Cruz lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under Marcelo Martelotte, while Parana deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Matheus Costa.
Defensive Solidity
Santa Cruz deploy 2 defenders rated — on average, against Parana's 4-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 6 midfielders averaging —, versus Parana'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 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 0 for Parana 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: Marcelo Martelotte
Substitutes
Coach: Matheus Costa
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Santa Cruz have recorded 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 defeats. Parana show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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