Santos vs Palmeiras Prediction: Crucial match for both teams

Santos vs Palmeiras: Prediction and odds on the Brasileirão match on November 16, 2025

Santos and Palmeiras are competing for different objectives, but both must win. This postponed game from Round 13 promises to be exciting.

Santos: Form and statistics

The Fish lost 3-2 to Flamengo at the Maracanã and remains in the relegation zone. However, Santos will escape the Z4 if it beats Palmeiras. However, that is easier said than done. Vojvoda's team started well against Flamengo, creating the first big chance of the game. Neymar almost scored with a diving header that went just wide of the post. However, Flamengo scored in the 18th minute through Léo Pereira, and from then on, things got complicated for Santos. In the second half, the Cariocas scored their second goal, missed a penalty, and added a third. Neymar was substituted five minutes from the end, showing his displeasure at being taken off. Curiously, Santos scored two goals without its star player on the field. Bontempo in the 89th minute and Lautaro Díaz in the 91st minute were the scorers. It was the fifth consecutive game without a win.

Santos: Lineup

Alexis Duarte is with the Paraguayan national team.

🔖Santos starting lineup (4-3-3)

Gabriel Brazão – Mayke, Zé Ivaldo, Luan Peres, Souza – João Schmidt, Zé Rafael, Bontempo – Guilherme, Neymar, Barreal

⛔️Out: Alexis Duarte (national team)

👤Head Coach: Pablo Vojvoda

Palmeiras: Form and statistics

Palmeiras lost 2-1 away to Mirassol and now shares the top spot with Flamengo. The Paulistas remain in first place because they have more wins, the tiebreaker criterion in the league. Palmeiras' performance was poor, but credit must also be given to Mirassol, a very competitive team that has not lost a single game at home. The Little Lion opened the scoring in the 2nd minute with a goal by Gabriel, which gave Guanaes' men a lot of confidence. Palmeiras equalized with a spectacular bicycle kick by Vitor Roque in the 30th minute, and its fans certainly thought they were in for a comeback. However, the home side scored again, this time through Joao Vitor just before halftime. The goal came from a throw-in by Reinaldo that looked like a corner kick. In the second half, Palmeiras struggled to overcome Mirassol's defense and create scoring opportunities. The best chance to equalize came from a free kick by Andreas Pereira, but goalkeeper Walter made an excellent save. A reaction from Palmeiras is expected against Santos in a game that could be decisive.

Palmeiras: Lineup

Seven players are with their national teams, so Abel Ferreira is going to have to make some big changes to the lineup. Flaco López played just two minutes for Argentina and has a chance to start.

🔖Palmeiras starting lineup (4-4-2)

Carlos Miguel – Khellven, Murillo, Micael, Jefté – Fuchs, Moreno, Raphael Veiga, Maurício – Flaco López, Felipe Anderson

⛔️Out: Weverton, Lucas Evangelista, Figueiredo, Paulinho (injured), Allan, Andreas Pereira (suspended), Gustavo Gómez, Píquerez, Martínez, Sosa, Torres, Vitor Roque (national team)

👤Head Coach: Abel Ferreira

Santos vs Palmeiras: Head-to-head statistics

Palmeiras holds a clear advantage in the Clássico da Saudade. The Verdão won 138 games while Santos won 97. On 79 occasions, the games have ended in a draw. The two teams faced each other very recently, with Palmeiras winning 2-0 at home.

Santos vs Palmeiras: Betting tips & Odds

• The TU 2.5 bet has won five times in Santos' last six home matches. You can bet on a game with no more than two goals scored (TU 2.5) for 1.83 at 1xBet;
• Santos has conceded first in eight of its last nine matches. You can bet that Palmeiras will be the first team to score for 1.80 at Bet365;
• Palmeiras has won four of its last five matches against Santos. You can bet on Palmeiras to win for 2.22 at 1xBet.

Santos vs Palmeiras match prediction 16 November 2025

Both teams need the win, and an intense battle is expected. Considering that Palmeiras has 12 players unavailable, the gap between the two teams has narrowed. Palmeiras is still the favorite, but this game is also a final for Santos. I'm going to bet that both teams will score.

Our match prediction: BTTS - Yes for 1.75 at 1xBet.

Our betting tip for this Brasileirão match: Draw for 3.30 at Betway.

Our final betting tip on the match: Correct Score 1-1 for 6.50 at Bet365.