| Santos Fc vs Fortaleza | |
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MATCH INFO |
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MATCH :
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Santos Fc vs Fortaleza
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COMPETITION :
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Brasileiro Série A
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| DATE: |
02-11-2025
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TIME:
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12.30 AM IST
11.00 PM UAE
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STADIUM
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Estádio Urbano Caldeira |
Team News: Fortaleza vs Santos
Fortaleza will be without midfielder Pedro Augusto on Thursday, as he serves a suspension following his dismissal against Cruzeiro on May 26. Fellow central midfielder Lucas Sasha is also expected to miss out through injury.
In their absence, manager Juan Pablo Vojvoda is likely to deploy a midfield trio of Tomas Pochettino, Jose Welison, and Emmanuel Martinez.
Leading the line, Deyverson should spearhead the attack, flanked by Marinho and Lucca Prior Pimenta on the wings — both of whom will be eager to help their side claim a crucial three points.
As for Santos, captain Neymar has tested positive for COVID-19, though he was already unavailable due to suspension following his red card in the previous outing.
Coach Fábio Xavier could turn to Deivid Washington, the 20-year-old Chelsea loanee, to lead the attack in Neymar’s absence. He is expected to be supported by Álvaro Barreal and Guilherme in the front three.
In midfield, Tomas Rincon remains sidelined after being forced off with an injury against Botafogo, meaning Diego Pituca is set to partner Zé Rafael in a double pivot.