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Santos vs Ceará Prediction – Brazilian Serie A
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Here you find the best prediction for Santos vs Ceará for Brasileirão Serie A, alongside the match analysis and betting tips.
Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including recent form and key statistics from their last matches to provide the best prediction for this encounter between Santos vs Ceará.
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Betting tip and prediction for this match between Santos vs Ceará
The best prediction for Santos vs Ceará in the Brasileirão Serie A is a victory for Santos. Competing at their home ground, Vila Belmiro, and with inherent advantages, Santos stands a strong chance of securing the three points. Historically, they have performed well against Ceará at this venue, making them the likely favourites in this matchup.
The best prediction for Santos vs Ceará
Santos to win
Match preview: Santos vs Ceará
Santos and Ceará will face off at the Urbano Caldeira Stadium, in the 8th round of the Brasileirão Serie A. Historically, the home team holds the upper hand in direct encounters, having won 2 matches and drawn 2 in their last 4 meetings. The last clash at this stadium took place on 22-02-2024, with Santos coming out on top in a Serie B fixture with a 1-0 victory, courtesy of a goal from Diego Pituca (14′). The home advantage could play a significant role, given that both teams show contrasting performances when playing at home versus away.
Team analysis: Santos
Currently positioned 19th, the home side has secured just 4 points from 1 win, 1 draw, and 5 losses. Their last outing ended in a 1-0 defeat against Grêmio, following a previous home loss to Bragantino (1-2). The team’s performance fluctuates greatly based on the venue; away from home, they have only managed 3 wins, 2 draws, and 10 losses in their last 30 games, but boast 9 wins, 3 draws, and 3 losses at home, scoring 28 goals while conceding just 15. In the last 10 home fixtures, Santos has maintained a record of 5 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses. Despite a potent attack that has found the net in 5 of their last 7 league matches, defensive consistency remains a pressing issue, having conceded goals in 6 of their last 7 outings. Santos has faced an uphill battle in Serie B, and their precarious position has put them under immense pressure to produce results, especially when facing higher-ranked opponents. The home environment could serve as a double-edged sword, potentially fostering support but also heightening expectations, making every point garnered crucial for their campaign.
Team analysis: Ceará
The visitors currently sit in 7th place, amassing 11 points through 3 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses. Their penultimate match ended in a 1-1 draw against Sao Paulo, while they secured a 1-0 win against Vitória in their latest fixture. Ceará has displayed resilience, particularly away from home, with their recent 30-match record showing 7 wins, 2 draws, and 6 losses, scoring 22 goals and conceding 16. Conversely, at home, they have achieved 10 wins, 4 draws, and just 1 loss, netting 26 goals and conceding 8. Over the last 10 competitive matches, Ceará has claimed 5 wins, alongside 1 draw and 4 losses. Although defensive stability remains a concern, they have consistently found the net, scoring in 6 of their last 7 league games. Having conceded the first goal in 5 fixtures, they have only managed to overturn the scoreline once. Ceará enters this match with confidence, facing a potentially vulnerable Santos side. They can exploit their opponents’ weaknesses through tactical awareness and effective transitions. With a solid team structure, Ceará aims to maintain pressure to stay in contention for promotion spots. This encounter promises to be fiercely contested, and Ceará will look to capitalise on Santos’ instability.
The best prediction for Santos vs Ceará
Santos to win
