On Wednesday, December 3rd, Juventude will face Santos in a crucial match commencing at 7:30 PM Brasília time. The encounter will take place at the Alfredo Jaconi Stadium, marking the 37th round of the Brasileirão-2025.
Pivotal Match in the Brasileirão-2025
This match is particularly significant for Santos, who are striving to maintain their position in the division amid relegation threats. The team recently climbed out of the relegation zone, currently holding 41 points, while Juventude sits at the bottom of the standings with 34 points.
Standings Overview
The current standings reveal a tense situation:
- Juventude: 19th place, 34 points.
- Santos: 15th place, 41 points.
Teams competing with Santos to avoid relegation include:
- Ceará: 43 points
- Vitória: 42 points
- Inter: 41 points (lower goal difference)
- Fortaleza: 40 points
Team Condition and Player Updates
Juventude has confirmed the absence of player Caíque, who will miss the game due to an accumulation of yellow cards. Meanwhile, Santos will be without Escobar, who is sidelined due to a left thigh injury. Tiquinho Soares is also doubtful after experiencing pain in his left knee.
On a positive note for Santos, star player Neymar is expected to start following his recent travel plans. However, he is one of several players in danger of suspension, alongside:
- Brazão
- João Basso
- Adonis Frías
- Igor Vinícius
- Zé Rafael
- Barreal
- Lautaro Díaz
As both teams prepare for this penultimate showdown in the Brasileirão, the stakes are high. Each point earned could prove vital in their quest for survival in the league.
