Santos FC Battles Recoleta in Crucial Copa Sudamericana Match
Santos and Recoleta (PAR) are set to clash this Tuesday at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) at the iconic Vila Belmiro stadium. This highly anticipated match marks the second round of Group D in the Copa Sudamericana, and you can follow all the action live with Globo Esporte’s real-time coverage.
Copa Sudamericana 2026 – Group Stage
Santos is eager to secure their first victory in the Copa Sudamericana after a disappointing defeat against Deportivo Cuenca in their opening match. A negative result at home could significantly jeopardize their chances in the competition. However, the team arrives with momentum, fresh off a strong performance and victory against Atlético-MG in the Brasileirão.
Recoleta, on the other hand, drew their first Copa Sudamericana match against San Lorenzo of Argentina. They subsequently suffered a loss to Sportivo Luqueño in the Torneio Apertura, the Paraguayan Championship. Currently, they hold the 8th position in the local league with 19 points.
Where to Watch
- Television: SBT, ESPN, and Disney+
- Live Updates: Globo Esporte (live coverage)
Probable Lineups
Santos – Manager: Cuca
Manager Cuca is expected to maintain the core of the team that defeated Atlético-MG. He will likely have Gustavo Henrique and Lucas Veríssimo available, pending final evaluations. Excitingly, this match could see the debut of Neymar and Gabigol in the competition!
Probable Starting XI: Gabriel Brazão; Igor Vinícius, Lucas Veríssimo, Luan Peres, Escobar; Willian Arão, Gustavo Henrique, Gabriel Bontempo, Moisés; Neymar, and Gabigol.
- Key Players: Neymar, Willian Arão, Gabriel Bontempo, Lucas Veríssimo
Out: Vinícius Lira (knee injury), Mayke (physical transition), Gabriel Menino (thigh muscle injury)
Suspended: None
Recoleta – Manager: Jorge González
Jorge González has been with Recoleta since 2024, building a long-term project. The team features some familiar faces to Brazilian football fans, including right-back Ivan Píris and midfielder Marcelo Cañete, both former São Paulo players. Prioritizing the Torneio Apertura, the coaching staff has preserved most of their starters, who remained in Paraguay.
Probable Starting XI: Óscar Toledo; Claudio Figueredo, Marcos Pereira, Luis Cardozo, Luis Mendoza; Fernando Galeano, Ronal Domínguez, Héctor López, Manuel Schupp; Thiago Vidal, and Richart Ortiz.
- Key Players: Luis Cardozo, Figueredo, Óscar Toledo, Ortiz
Out: Ivan Píris (knee ligament injury)
Suspended: None
Match Officials
- Referee: Fernando Véjar (CHI)
- Assistant 1: Jose Retamal (CHI)
- Assistant 2: Miguel Rocha (CHI)
- Fourth Official: Dilio Rodriguez (BOL)
- VAR: Juan Lara (CHI)
Recent News
- President Lula reveals Ancelotti inquired about Neymar’s condition for the World Cup
- Santos agrees to extend Robinho Jr.’s contract until 2031
- Neymar and Gabigol in the squad for Santos vs. Recoleta
Don’t miss this exciting clash between Santos FC and Recoleta! Stay tuned to Globo Esporte for all the latest updates and analysis.
