Match Overview
Santos will take on Mirassol on March 10, 2026, at 9:30 PM local time in Maião, as both teams look to secure vital points in the 2026 Brasileirão.
Currently, Santos occupies the 13th position in the league table with four points, while Mirassol sits just ahead in tenth place with five points. This match is crucial for both teams as they aim to climb the standings.
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Notably, Neymar will not participate in this match due to muscle fatigue. “Neymar chose to rest in order to be in good shape for the classic against Corinthians,” a source confirmed.
Additionally, Carlo Ancelotti is expected to attend the match to finalize his squad for Brazil’s upcoming friendlies, including a match against Croatia on March 31.
Tiquinho Soares Situation
Mirassol has opted not to pay the R$ two million fee to field Tiquinho Soares against Santos. Soares, who is on loan from Santos, has made a significant impact with nine goals and four assists in 43 games for the club. Rafael Guanaes, Mirassol’s coach, mentioned, “Soares is progressing physically and any decision on starting depends on how long he can sustain intensity.”
Recent Performance
Santos comes into this match on the back of a 2-1 victory over Vasco, which may provide them with a confidence boost. The team will be looking to build on this momentum against Mirassol.
As both teams prepare for this critical encounter, observers will be keen to see how the absence of Neymar affects Santos’ performance and whether Mirassol’s decision regarding Soares will impact their chances of securing a win.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any last-minute changes to the lineups or strategies as the match approaches.