The Santos football team faces mounting pressure in its battle against relegation after suffering a disappointing defeat. On Monday night, Santos lost 1-0 to Vitória during the 29th round of the Campeonato Brasileiro at Vila Belmiro. Following the match, defender Luan Peres expressed his frustration, labeling the outcome as “unacceptable.”
Defender’s Reaction to Defeat
Luan Peres emphasized the significance of the match, stating, “We cannot afford to lose a game like this, especially a direct confrontation.” The team had high hopes after a strong performance against Corinthians but failed to maintain that level against Vitória.
Peres noted that Vitória played defensively after scoring, which hampered Santos’ ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities. He mentioned, “They came to play for a single goal and managed to achieve that.” The frustration among players is evident, as they seek to improve in their upcoming matches.
Upcoming Matches and Performance Goals
Santos will need to find its form quickly, particularly following recent promising performances against fierce rivals São Paulo and Corinthians. Peres pointed out, “We played two great classics against São Paulo and Corinthians. We need to focus on replicating that good performance.” The team’s next challenge will be against Botafogo.
- Next Match: Santos vs. Botafogo
- Date: Sunday at 4 PM (Brasília time)
- Location: Estádio Nilton Santos, Rio de Janeiro
Currently, Santos stands in 16th place in the league, tied on points with Vitória, both having 31 points. However, Vitória remains in the relegation zone due to a lower number of victories this season. As the season progresses, the urgency to secure points intensifies for Santos.
