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Matchday 36 of the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A brings a pivotal clash between Santos FC and SC Recife. For Santos, this fixture is nothing short of a must-win as they battle to avoid relegation, currently sitting precariously in 17th position. Playing at home, the atmosphere will be charged, with fans demanding a performance that reflects their desperate fight for survival in Brazil’s top flight.
SC Recife, on the other hand, finds themselves at the bottom of the league table, firmly entrenched in the relegation zone with their fate all but sealed. With only two wins all season and the worst defensive record in the league, their campaign has been a struggle from start to finish. This match presents a chance for Santos to capitalize on their opponent’s woes and secure vital points.
Current League Standings
| Pos | Team | Pl | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CR Flamengo | 35 | 22 | 8 | 5 | 50 | 74 |
| 2 | SE Palmeiras | 35 | 21 | 7 | 7 | 29 | 70 |
| 3 | Cruzeiro EC | 35 | 19 | 11 | 5 | 27 | 68 |
| 4 | Mirassol FC | 35 | 17 | 12 | 6 | 24 | 63 |
| 5 | Botafogo FR | 35 | 16 | 10 | 9 | 18 | 58 |
| 6 | EC Bahia | 35 | 16 | 8 | 11 | 4 | 56 |
| 7 | Fluminense FC | 35 | 16 | 7 | 12 | 2 | 55 |
| 8 | São Paulo FC | 35 | 13 | 9 | 13 | 0 | 48 |
| 9 | RB Bragantino | 35 | 13 | 6 | 16 | -13 | 45 |
| 10 | SC Corinthians Paulista | 35 | 12 | 9 | 14 | -4 | 45 |
| 11 | CA Mineiro | 34 | 11 | 11 | 12 | -2 | 44 |
| 12 | Grêmio FBPA | 35 | 11 | 10 | 14 | -7 | 43 |
| 13 | CR Vasco da Gama | 35 | 12 | 6 | 17 | -2 | 42 |
| 14 | Ceará SC | 35 | 11 | 9 | 15 | -3 | 42 |
| 15 | SC Internacional | 35 | 10 | 11 | 14 | -8 | 41 |
| 16 | EC Vitória | 35 | 9 | 12 | 14 | -16 | 39 |
| 17 | Santos FC | 35 | 9 | 11 | 15 | -14 | 38 |
| 18 | Fortaleza EC | 34 | 8 | 10 | 16 | -16 | 34 |
| 19 | EC Juventude | 35 | 9 | 6 | 20 | -31 | 33 |
| 20 | SC Recife | 35 | 2 | 11 | 22 | -38 | 17 |
- Santos FC: Position 17
- Points: 38
- Played: 35
- Wins: 9, Draws: 11, Losses: 15
- Goals For: 36, Goals Against: 50
- Goal Difference: -14
- SC Recife: Position 20 (Last)
- Points: 17
- Played: 35
- Wins: 2, Draws: 11, Losses: 22
- Goals For: 28, Goals Against: 66
- Goal Difference: -38
Head-to-Head Analysis
Recent Encounters
| Date | Competition | Home Team | Score | Away Team |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Jul 2025 | Campeonato Brasileiro Série A | SC Recife | 2 - 2 | Santos FC |
| 17 Oct 2021 | Campeonato Brasileiro Série A | SC Recife | 0 - 0 | Santos FC |
| 30 Jun 2021 | Campeonato Brasileiro Série A | Santos FC | 0 - 0 | SC Recife |
| 28 Nov 2020 | Campeonato Brasileiro Série A | Santos FC | 4 - 2 | SC Recife |
| 20 Aug 2020 | Campeonato Brasileiro Série A | SC Recife | 0 - 1 | Santos FC |
Looking at the recent Campeonato Brasileiro Série A encounters between these two sides (last 5 matches):
- Santos FC has a favorable record, securing two wins.
- Three matches ended in draws.
- SC Recife has not managed a victory against Santos FC in these recent fixtures.
- The last meeting saw a 2-2 draw earlier this season, while Santos secured a 4-2 home win and a 1-0 away win in the 2020 season.
This history further suggests Santos has the psychological edge over their struggling opponents.
Our Prediction
This match is a classic tale of two teams at opposite ends of the motivation spectrum. Santos FC is fighting tooth and nail to avoid the drop, a battle they simply cannot afford to lose, especially at home against the league’s weakest side. Their need for points is immense, and home support will be a significant factor.
SC Recife, conversely, has had an abysmal season, reflected in their last-place standing and exceptionally poor goal difference. Their defense has been particularly leaky, conceding 66 goals in 35 games, and their attack is the least potent in the league. While they might play for pride, their overall quality and current form are unlikely to withstand a highly motivated Santos side.
Considering Santos’s desperate situation, home advantage, and a solid head-to-head record against Recife, we expect them to secure a crucial victory.
Our top betting tip for this match is:
Santos FC to Win
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