Match Overview
Santos will face Mirassol on March 10, 2026, at 9:30 PM local time in Maião, as both teams look to improve their standings in the 2026 Brasileirão. Santos currently sits in 13th place with four points, while Mirassol is just ahead in 10th place with five points.
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Notably, Neymar will not participate in the match due to muscle fatigue. This decision comes as he aims to be in optimal condition for the upcoming classic against Corinthians. “Neymar chose to rest in order to be in good shape for the classic against Corinthians,” a source confirmed.
Meanwhile, Carlo Ancelotti, the national team coach, is expected to attend the match to finalize his squad for Brazil’s upcoming friendlies, which include 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 currently on loan from Santos, has made a significant impact with nine goals and four assists in 43 games for the club. His loan runs until the end of the year.
Rafael Guanaes, the coach of Mirassol, mentioned, “Soares is progressing physically and any decision on starting depends on how long he can sustain intensity.” He emphasized the importance of team cohesion, stating, “The collective comes first.”
Recent Performance
Santos comes into this match on the back of a 2-1 victory over Vasco, which could provide them with a morale boost. As both teams prepare for this encounter, the stakes are high, and the outcome could significantly impact their positions in the league.
Looking Ahead
Observers will be keen to see how the absence of Neymar affects Santos’ performance and whether Mirassol can capitalize on this opportunity. Details remain unconfirmed regarding any last-minute changes to the lineups as the match approaches.
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