Vojvoda faces tough run with Santos, must fix weaknesses before the derby | OneFootball

Santos has aspects that need to be corrected before returning to the field for the classic against Palmeiras. After the 1-1 draw with Fortaleza last Saturday, coach Vojvoda said he will adjust the details and work to increase the players' level of concentration.

One of the points questioned to the coach was the aerial balls plays, considering that it is a strong factor for the rival. Against Fortaleza, it was through a play of this type that they conceded Bareiro's goal.

“With concentration, showing the players and correcting. The players correct themselves by seeing the mistakes they make. From there, with higher concentration in this type of play. That’s the way to fix it,” said Vojvoda.

In the last six matches, of which Santos won only one, the Baixada Santista team conceded five goals from aerial plays. In addition to the win, there were three draws and two defeats.

Peixe also needs to improve its creativity and effectiveness. Vojvoda analyzed the recent stretch of matches against Grêmio, Vitória, and Fortaleza.

“The team worried me more today because against Grêmio and Vitória, Santos had possession, shots, clear goal chances, and today we didn’t have that. We have to prepare ourselves. Against Grêmio, there were more rounds left and the pressure increases as time goes by, it’s something natural, but we have to prepare for these scenarios for matches like today. Against Vitória, we were behind, but the team gave the sensation that it created chances. Today we had possession, but lacked that creation of goal chances. We need to prepare in all aspects,” he analyzed.

Double dose of Palmeiras and a tough sequence

In the coming weeks, Santos will face a sequence against the leader and the runner-up of the Brasileirão. Against Palmeiras, there will be two matches: one postponed from the 13th round and another from the 32nd round. Between them, they face Flamengo in a match from round 33.

“We have a very tough game. We know what Palmeiras is like playing at home, but we will prepare with our strategy and our players. It’s game by game. It’s a time to fight, to be strong and face what’s ahead with this mentality. We have to have a positive mindset. We can’t drop our heads and give up. I will demand that everyone believes and always fights. We are at Santos and we have to believe. We are out of the relegation zone, but watching closely. We have to stay very alert,” declared Vojvoda.

Santos' situation in the Brasileirão

With the point earned against Fortaleza, Santos is in 16th place, with 33 points. Peixe could have opened up a four-point lead over the relegation zone, but now has only two more than Vitória, who is first in the Z4.

Santos’ next match

Palmeiras vs Santos Competition: Campeonato Brasileiro (32nd round) Date and time: November 6, 2025 (Thursday), at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time) Venue: Allianz Parque, in São Paulo (SP)

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