Palmeiras vs Santos FC Prediction: Victory For The Greens
On November 7, 2025, Palmeiras will host Santos FC at Allianz Parque for Round 32 of the Brasileirão. This match marks their first encounter this season, following a postponed June clash.
Santos FC Current Form
Santos FC sits sixteenth with thirty-three points from thirty matches. Having spent over six weeks in the relegation zone, the team has gradually improved after management changes.
"The timely sack of the previous manager, Cleber Xavier, whose tenure ended after a heavy 6-0 loss against Vasco da Gama, was pivotal. Xavier managed fifteen games with five wins, four draws, and six defeats."
Juan Pablo took over in a difficult situation and has since steadied the team, rescuing it from poor performances to a respectable level by season’s end.
Recent Matches and Performance
Santos FC showed resilience by winning 3-1 against derby rivals Corinthians Paulista in the recent return leg, after a 1-0 loss in May. They narrowly lost to Vitoria but bounced back with a 2-2 draw against Botafogo in a tightly fought contest.
Last week, Santos secured a 1-1 draw against Fortaleza, overcoming a deficit by scoring in the 74th minute to equalize the game.
Match Preview and Expectations
- The game is positioned as critical for both sides given their battle for points in the league.
- Palmeiras are expected to leverage home advantage.
- Santos aims to continue their recent improvements and push for better results.
The clash promises intense competition as Santos FC tries to build on their positive momentum.
"Juan Pablo picked the team from a desperate situation, and since then, has pulled the team through media mockery to simple decency, come the end of the season."
Author's summary: Santos FC’s managerial change sparked a turnaround, but Palmeiras remain strong favorites at home in this pivotal Brasileirão encounter.