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Football Brazilian Série A Estadio Vila Belmiro/Urbano Caldeira Sun 21 Sep 19:30
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  4. Team News
  5. Lineups
  6. Injuries
  7. Squads
  8. Table

Série A Betting Preview: Santos vs São Paulo

Santos host São Paulo in this Brazilian Série A encounter, with kick-off set for 19:30 on Sunday 21 September. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

Back São Paulo to Frustrate Santos

When São Paulo clash against Santos, we will take the former at -106 on the Asian Handicap +0.25. With our stake divided between 0 and +0.5, the visitors look as though they can land a return by swerving defeat.

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2-1 Victory for São Paulo in Previous H2H Clash

Santos drew away from home in their last game. A 1-1 scoreline was played out against Atlético Mineiro. The Fish had the majority of the ball boasting 56% possession and five shots on target, with Tiquinho Soares being the goalscorer.

São Paulo claimed a home win in their previous Série A game. A 1-0 victory occurred against Botafogo. Hernan Crespo's side enjoyed 48% possession and three shots on goal, with Juan Dinenno scoring the winner seven minutes after kick-off.

On Thursday night, São Paulo were beaten 2-0 when facing LDU Quito away in the Copa Libertadores.

Head-to-Head Statistics

São Paulo have not lost to Santos in the past three meetings. Their last clash saw São Paulo land a 2-1 home win. The previous 10 H2H games have resulted in four draws and three wins apiece.

Série A G W D L GF GA GD GD P
8 São Paulo logo São Paulo 32 12 9 11 37 35 2 37:35 45
17 Santos logo Santos 31 8 9 14 31 45 -14 31:45 33
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Santos – Last 10 League Games

Santos have 3 wins, 4 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.0 goals from 3.7 shots on goal and 8.3 attempts. The Fish have averaged 49.2% possession and 3.4 corners per game, with the opposition getting 1.8 goals from 5.4 shots on goal, 10.8 attempts and 6.0 corners.

Neymar is the top goalscorer with 3, Alvaro Barreal has 2, with Tiquinho Soares and two other players on 1. The leading assistor is Guilherme Augusto with 2.

São Paulo – Last 10 League Games

São Paulo have 7 victories, 1 defeat and 2 draws, with an average of 1.7 goals from 4.7 shots on goal and 9.9 attempts. Hernan Crespo's men have averaged 55.0% possession, 6.2 corners taken and 3.9 corners against, while conceding 0.7 goals from 2.5 shots on goal and 5.9 attempts.

Luciano Neves is top of the team’s scoring charts with 3, while Gonzalo Tapia, Damian Bobadilla, Robert Arboleda and Andre have 2. Nahuel Ferraresi and Luciano Neves have managed 3 assists in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Santos confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Gabriel Brazao (GK), Mayke, Adonis Frias, Luan Peres, Gonzalo Escobar, Joao Schmidt, Ze Rafael, Victor Hugo, Benjamin Rollheiser, Guilherme Augusto, Lautaro Diaz.

São Paulo confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Young (GK), Felipe Negrucci, Rafael Toloi, Sabino, Mailton, Alisson, Luan Santos, Wendell, Rodriguinho, Ferreira, Juan Dinenno.

Santos vs São Paulo Prediction & Betting Tips

This Santos vs São Paulo betting guide features sharp analysis across major markets, including a match prediction, correct score bet, corner kick insight, valuable player prop picks and a strategic bet builder.

Match Prediction

We’ll side with São Paulo +0.25 for this Série A clash, with an attractive -106 available. Our verdict is that they’ll perform strongly and the Asian Handicap line looks generous for this outcome.

We’re always focused on the Série A form guide to identify the latest betting trends. When it comes to key players getting injured, that can also have a bearing. The latest stats provide even more information to make a football prediction.

Key Santos vs São Paulo league stats:

  • The +0.25 line has been covered by São Paulo in 9 of their last 10 games.
  • The +0.25 line has been covered by São Paulo in 4 of their last 5 games.
  • The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Santos in 4 consecutive games.
  • The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Santos in 7 of their last 10 games.
  • The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Santos in 14 of their last 20 games.
  • The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Santos in 3 consecutive games against São Paulo.

São Paulo +0.25 Probability

According to the best betting sites, our pick has a 51.5% chance of landing a return. However, our experts have this number between 55-60% based on their in-depth research. This is why we regard this as a value bet.

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Our Match Prediction
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Correct Score Prediction

Santos Santos logo 0 - 1 São Paulo logo São Paulo

There’s the option to wager on São Paulo to win by a 1-0 scoreline. Odds of +650 are on offer and this is a correct score bet that should provide plenty of entertainment.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Aldemir Ferreira Under 0.5 Shots On Target -143 BetMGM logo

Aldemir Ferreira (São Paulo) can be wagered at -143 to fail to have a shot on goal. The odds look attractive based on the evidence and we’ll take a chance on him on the Shots on Target market.

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Juan Dinenno To Score +575 BetMGM logo

Juan Dinenno (São Paulo) is available at +575 to be among the goals. He looks like a value pick and we think that the odds offer plenty of appeal when it comes to wagering on Anytime Goalscorer.

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Corners Prediction

São Paulo Over 4.5 Corners -100 BetMGM logo

In their past four away matches, São Paulo have covered the 4.5 corners line, with Santos conceding 6.00 corners on average in their last 10 games. The number of São Paulo corners might be larger than the line implies and that means a bet at odds of -100.

League Games
League Games
Last 10 Total For Against
Last 10 at Home Total For Against
Last 10 Away Total For Against
Santos Logo Santos
Total
9.40 3.40 6.00
Home
10.60 5.50 5.10
Away
10.10 3.00 7.10
São Paulo Logo São Paulo
Total
10.10 6.20 3.90
Home
9.60 5.30 4.30
Away
10.50 4.70 5.80
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Bet Builder Tips

Asian Handicap São Paulo +0.25 -106
Both Team To Score No -149
Anytime Goalscorer Damián Bobadilla +900

Check out our bet builder which has the following: São Paulo with an Asian Handicap of +0.25, No on the BTTS market along with Damián Bobadilla (São Paulo) to find the net at any time.

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Santos vs São Paulo Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Latest Odds Suggest a Close Encounter

This Série A encounter sees Santos available at +133 and São Paulo priced at +230 for the victory. If you want to back the game to finish level, the bookies have odds of +200 about the draw.

There’s sometimes a case for betting on the Draw No Bet market, with Santos available at -167 for those who want insurance on their bet. The same applies to opponents São Paulo at +123.

The Total Goals price implies that Under 2.5 is the most likely result in this contest. The Both Teams to Score No wager is -149 and it’s perfect if you anticipate that one side or more will fail to score by the full-time whistle.

The best football betting sites are on hand to provide lots of choice to bettors. It’s now the case that you can select from hundreds of markets for all of the Série A matches.

Neymar Favourite to Score the First Goal

Favourite Neymar is now available at +340 to be the First Goalscorer. You will find similar odds apply when it comes to him scoring the last goal.

Player Goals
Luciano da Rocha (São Paulo)
First
+300
Anytime
+600
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'Guilherme' dos Santos (Santos)
First
+350
Anytime
+700
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Tiquinho Soares (Santos)
First
+360
Anytime
+700
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Player Shots On Target
Luciano da Rocha (São Paulo)
Over 0.5
-175
Under 0.5
+110
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'Guilherme' dos Santos (Santos)
Over 0.5
-137
Under 0.5
-115
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Gonzalo Tapia (São Paulo)
Over 0.5
-115
Under 0.5
-137
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Aldemir Ferreira (São Paulo)
Over 0.5
-111
Under 0.5
-141
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Player Shots
Luciano da Rocha (São Paulo)
Over 2.5
-127
Under 2.5
-
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'Guilherme' dos Santos (Santos)
Over 2.5
-133
Under 2.5
-
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Tiquinho Soares (Santos)
Over 2.5
+145
Under 2.5
-
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Team Stats
Santos logo Santos League Stats
São Paulo logo São Paulo League Stats
Full-Time Result
  • 3 wins, 4 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 3 wins, 4 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches
Full-Time Result
  • 7 wins, 1 defeat and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 2 wins, 4 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 away matches
Goals
Goals
Corners
Corners
Possession
Possession
Top Scorers & Assists
Top Scorers & Assists

Santos vs São Paulo Lineups & Team News

Avoid surprises — review the Santos vs São Paulo team news before you bet. We’ll share both predicted and confirmed lineups for Série A along with the latest injury news.

Santos Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

São Paulo Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2

Santos Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

77 Gabriel Brazao
2 Mayke 98 Adonis Frias 14 Luan Peres 31 Gonzalo Escobar
5 Joao Schmidt 6 Ze Rafael
29 Victor Hugo 32 Benjamin Rollheiser 11 Guilherme Augusto
19 Lautaro Diaz
50 Young
43 Felipe Negrucci 2 Rafael Toloi 35 Sabino 22 Mailton
25 Alisson 33 Luan Santos 18 Wendell 15 Rodriguinho
11 Ferreira 19 Juan Dinenno

São Paulo Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2

Santos Substitutes

  • 3Joao Basso
  • 7Robinho Junior
  • 8Tomas Rincon
  • 9Tiquinho Soares
  • 12Diogenes
  • 16Thaciano
  • 17Gustavo Caballero
  • 20Hyan
  • 22Alvaro Barreal
  • 23Alexis Duarte
  • 33Souza
  • 44JP Chermont

São Paulo Substitutes

  • 5Robert Arboleda
  • 10Luciano Neves
  • 13Enzo Hernan Diaz
  • 20Marcos Antonio
  • 21Damian Bobadilla
  • 23Rafael
  • 28Alan Franco
  • 29Pablo Maia
  • 32Nahuel Ferraresi
  • 36Patryck
  • 42Maik Gomes
  • 77E. Ariel Rigoni

Previous Santos Lineups

14 Sep Série A
Atlético MG 1-1 Santos
31 Aug Série A
Santos 0-0 Fluminense
24 Aug Série A
Bahia 2-0 Santos
17 Aug Série A
Santos 0-6 Vasco da Gama
10 Aug Série A
Cruzeiro 1-2 Santos
04 Aug Série A
Santos 3-1 Juventude

Previous São Paulo Lineups

18 Sep Copa Libertadores
LDU Quito 2-0 São Paulo
14 Sep Série A
São Paulo 1-0 Botafogo
30 Aug Série A
Cruzeiro 1-0 São Paulo
24 Aug Série A
São Paulo 2-0 Atlético MG
19 Aug Copa Libertadores
São Paulo 5-4 Atlético Nacional
16 Aug Série A
Sport Recife 2-2 São Paulo

Injuries & Suspensions

Santos Injury Table
Type Name Info
No players are currently reported injured or suspended.
São Paulo Injury Table
Type Name Info
Wendell Foot
Oscar Calf
Andre Cruciate ligame
Brazil FlagSérie A Table
2025 Season
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Palmeiras 31 21 5 5 57:26 68
2 Flamengo 31 19 8 4 61:18 65
3 Cruzeiro 32 18 9 5 46:22 63
4 Mirassol 31 15 11 5 52:31 56
5 Bahia 32 15 7 10 42:38 52
6 Botafogo 32 14 9 9 44:28 51
7 Fluminense 31 14 5 12 37:37 47
8 São Paulo 32 12 9 11 37:35 45
9 Vasco da Gama 32 12 6 14 49:46 42
10 Corinthians 32 11 9 12 35:37 42
11 Atlético MG 31 10 10 11 30:32 40
12 Bragantino 32 11 6 15 37:50 39
13 Ceará 32 10 9 13 30:30 39
14 Grêmio 32 10 9 13 33:41 39
15 Internacional 32 9 9 14 35:44 36
16 Vitória 32 8 10 14 29:47 34
17 Santos 31 8 9 14 31:45 33
18 Juventude 32 8 5 19 26:58 29
19 Fortaleza 31 7 8 16 29:46 29
20 Sport Recife 31 2 11 18 22:51 17
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Palmeiras 17 12 3 2 35:11 39
2 Bahia 16 12 3 1 28:11 39
3 Flamengo 16 11 5 0 39:6 38
4 Cruzeiro 16 12 2 2 30:12 38
5 Mirassol 16 10 6 0 34:13 36
6 Fluminense 15 11 1 3 20:10 34
7 Atlético MG 15 8 6 1 21:11 30
8 Botafogo 16 8 5 3 29:18 29
9 São Paulo 16 8 4 4 22:15 28
10 Grêmio 16 7 5 4 18:13 26
11 Vitória 16 7 5 4 18:15 26
12 Corinthians 15 7 4 4 21:13 25
13 Vasco da Gama 16 7 4 5 25:20 25
14 Internacional 16 7 4 5 21:16 25
15 Ceará 16 7 4 5 17:12 25
16 Bragantino 16 7 4 5 21:23 25
17 Juventude 16 6 3 7 17:19 21
18 Fortaleza 16 6 2 8 18:20 20
19 Santos 15 5 5 5 16:18 20
20 Sport Recife 15 1 7 7 13:23 10