Santos will be facing off against Corinthians in the Brazilian Serie A this Sunday, with hopes of securing only their second top-flight victory of the season. The 2026 campaign has been a challenging one for Santos so far, as they have managed just one win in their first five games, a narrow 2-1 triumph over Vasco da Gama. Neymar, the former Barcelona and PSG star, was instrumental in that victory, scoring twice alongside Cauan Barros.
In their most recent match, Santos staged a remarkable comeback to salvage a 2-2 draw against Mirassol. Igor Formiga and Negueba had given Mirassol a two-goal lead, but Gabriel Barbosa’s late brace, including a penalty in the 88th minute, ensured Santos avoided a third defeat of the season. With only five points from five games, Juan Pablo Vojvoda’s side currently sits in 14th place in the Serie A standings.
Corinthians, on the other hand, are just two points ahead in 10th place. After a shaky start with a 2-1 loss to Bahia, Corinthians bounced back with wins over Red Bull Bragantino and Athletico Paranaense before struggling in their next two games due to inconsistencies.
The history between Santos and Corinthians is evenly matched, with 34 wins each out of their 95 previous encounters. The two sides drew their latest meeting, a 1-1 draw in January 2026 during the Campeonato Paulista group stages. Santos have been unbeaten in their last three home games against Corinthians, while Corinthians are currently on a four-game winless streak, with two consecutive losses.
Given the struggles of both teams this season, a draw seems like a likely outcome for their upcoming clash. The prediction is a 1-1 draw between Santos and Corinthians. In terms of betting tips, it is suggested to bet on a draw, under 2.5 goals, and both teams to score.
In conclusion, Santos and Corinthians will be looking to turn their fortunes around in this crucial encounter. With both teams in need of points to climb up the table, this match promises to be an exciting and unpredictable affair. Let’s see if Santos can secure their second win of the season or if Corinthians will bounce back with a much-needed victory.
