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Santos vs Palmeiras Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 28-10-2026
Oct 2822:30
Match Prediction
Expected score: Santos 1-2 Palmeiras
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Santos host Palmeiras in Serie A Round 33 at Estadio Urbano Caldeira on 28 October 2026. The hosts sit eighth on 46 points with a balanced record of 12 wins, 10 draws and 10 losses. Palmeiras, commanding the league from first place with 69 points, arrive as the dominant force—20 wins, 9 draws and just 3 losses. This is a clash between a mid-table side seeking consistency and the runaway league leaders looking to extend their grip on the title.
Team form
Santos
Santos have struggled for rhythm in their last five games, recording just 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses while scoring 5 goals and conceding 6. The 1-3 defeat at Flamengo on 5 April exemplifies their fragility against top sides. Their season average of 1.53 goals scored and 1.47 conceded reflects a side caught between ambition and vulnerability. In their last outing, they managed only 2 shots on goal with 37% possession, suggesting difficulty in controlling matches.
Palmeiras
Palmeiras have been imperious, winning all five of their last matches. They have scored 8 goals while conceding just 3 across this run, averaging 1.6 goals per game and an exceptional 0.6 conceded. Their season record is even more commanding: 56 goals for and 22 against, with a 1.75 average scored and 0.69 conceded per match. This is a side operating at a different level—disciplined, clinical and ruthlessly efficient in both phases.
Head-to-head
The head-to-head record strongly favours Santos in their own stadium. In their last five meetings, Santos won three times at home (2-0 in 2019, 1-0 in 2017 and 2016) and drew once, with Palmeiras managing only a single victory. However, that historical advantage must be weighed against the vast gulf in current form and league position. Palmeiras' dominance this season represents a different challenge from the sides Santos faced in previous encounters.
Key factors
Palmeiras' defensive solidity is the standout factor. Conceding just 0.69 goals per game, they have proven nearly impenetrable against most opposition. Santos' recent form shows they struggle to break down organised defences and have conceded 1.2 per game over their last five outings. Palmeiras' midfield control—Andreas Pereira and Marlon Freitas provide a platform for creative play—should allow them to dictate tempo. For Santos, the home advantage and their historical success against this opponent offer psychological comfort, but converting that into chances will prove difficult. Their 37% possession in their last match suggests they may be forced into a reactive approach.
Prediction
Palmeiras' superiority in form, league position and defensive record makes them the logical choice despite playing away. They have won their last five matches and conceded only 3 goals in that span. Santos, though dangerous at home historically, have shown inconsistency and defensive fragility. Palmeiras' attacking threat—1.75 goals per game—should find opportunities against a Santos defence that has conceded 6 in five games. The away side's proven ability to control matches and their clinical finishing under pressure edge this contest in their favour, though Santos' home record and historical advantage ensure this remains a tight encounter.
Back Palmeiras to win. The visitors' commanding form, league-leading defensive record and attacking potency outweigh Santos' home advantage and historical edge. This is a tight affair, but Palmeiras' consistency and quality should prevail. For fantasy purposes, monitor Palmeiras' attacking options and their midfield's ability to create space; Santos' defensive vulnerabilities offer value in backing away-side attacking returns.
Match info
Tournaments:
Serie A(Regular Season - 33)
Referee:
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Stadium
Estadio Urbano Caldeira, Santos
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Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Palmeiras | 32 | 20 | 9 | 3 | 69 |
| 2 |  Flamengo | 31 | 20 | 7 | 4 | 67 |
| 3 |  Cruzeiro | 32 | 16 | 6 | 10 | 54 |
| 4 |  Atletico Paranaense | 32 | 15 | 9 | 8 | 54 |
| 5 |  Fluminense | 32 | 14 | 9 | 9 | 51 |
| 6 |  Atletico-MG | 31 | 14 | 8 | 9 | 50 |
| 7 |  Bahia | 32 | 13 | 11 | 8 | 50 |
| 8 |  Santos | 32 | 12 | 10 | 10 | 46 |
| 9 |  Sao Paulo | 32 | 12 | 7 | 13 | 43 |
| 10 |  RB Bragantino | 32 | 11 | 8 | 13 | 41 |
| 11 |  Botafogo | 32 | 10 | 9 | 13 | 39 |
| 12 |  Coritiba | 31 | 10 | 9 | 12 | 39 |
| 13 |  Vasco DA Gama | 31 | 10 | 8 | 13 | 38 |
| 14 |  Vitoria | 32 | 10 | 8 | 14 | 38 |
| 15 |  Mirassol | 32 | 9 | 10 | 13 | 37 |
| 16 |  Internacional | 32 | 8 | 11 | 13 | 35 |
| 17 |  Corinthians | 32 | 8 | 9 | 15 | 33 |
| 18 |  Gremio | 31 | 7 | 10 | 14 | 31 |
| 19 |  Remo | 32 | 5 | 11 | 16 | 26 |
| 20 |  Chapecoense-sc | 31 | 4 | 9 | 18 | 21 |
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