Palmeiras vs Santos FC Preview: Victory Expected for Palmeiras
On November 7, 2025, Palmeiras will face Santos FC at Allianz Parque in Round 32 of the Brasileirão. This marks their first encounter this season, after the earlier June fixture was postponed.
Current Team Form and Standings
- Santos FC holds sixteenth place with 33 points from 30 matches.
- The team had been in the relegation zone for over six weeks but managed to escape it recently.
Management Changes and Team Performance
Santos FC replaced their manager Cleber Xavier after a heavy 6-0 defeat to Vasco da Gama. During his 15-game tenure, Xavier recorded five wins, four draws, and six losses. Juan Pablo took over the team from a difficult position and managed to improve their performance despite early criticism.
Recent Matches and Highlights
- Santos FC notably beat derby rivals Corinthians Paulista 3-1 in the return fixture after a 1-0 loss in May.
- A narrow defeat to Vitoria was followed by a 2-2 draw against Botafogo in a tough match.
- Last week, Santos earned a 1-1 draw with Fortaleza, equalizing in the 74th minute after trailing.
"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."
Palmeiras enters as favorites given their stronger form and home advantage.
Summary: Santos FC have stabilized after managerial changes and tough fixtures, but Palmeiras remain favored to win their first encounter this season in the Brasileirão.