Santos Football Club is set to face Guarani in a crucial match on Sunday, October 18, 2023. The game will kick off at 8:30 PM Brasília time at the Brinco de Ouro da Princesa Stadium in Campinas. This match marks the conclusion of the third round in the 2026 Paulistão tournament.
Santos vs. Guarani: A Clash of Titans
Currently, Santos holds the tenth position in the standings, with one victory and one defeat in this year’s Paulistão. In contrast, Guarani finds itself in a precarious situation, sitting in 15th place with one draw and one loss. The team is eager to secure its first win of the tournament to escape the relegation zone.
Recent Performance
- Santos: 1 win, 1 loss
- Guarani: 0 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss
In their previous match, Santos fell short against Palmeiras, losing 1-0. Following this defeat, coach Juan Pablo Vojvoda implemented several changes to the lineup. Mayke, Vini Lira, Gabriel Menino, and Zé Rafael have been brought in, replacing Igor Vinícius, Escobar, João Schmidt, and Lautaro Díaz.
Paulistão Regulations
The tournament format allows the top eight teams, after eight rounds, to advance to the quarterfinals. The ultimate goal is to determine the overall champion of the 2026 Paulistão.
Both teams will be looking to capitalize on this matchup, with Santos aiming for a rebound against Guarani. As the match day approaches, fans are eagerly anticipating what could be a pivotal contest in the tournament.
