Santos get a free week to prepare for another Copa do Brasil decider | OneFootball

After drawing 2-2 with Botafogo away from home in the 30th round, Santos shifts focus to the match against Fortaleza. The Peixe will have a free week to prepare.

The game is of utmost importance for the Alvinegro Praiano, as it is a direct confrontation in the fight against relegation. Currently, the team from São Paulo is in 16th place with 32 points, one more than Vitória, which is at the top of the relegation zone. Fortaleza, on the other hand, is in 17th place with 27 points.

For this decisive match, coach Juan Pablo Vojvoda will not be able to count on Souza. The left-back was a starter against Botafogo and stood out with a goal and an assist. However, he received a yellow card and is suspended.

On the other hand, Zé Rafael is a new addition. The midfielder, one of the team's key players, served a suspension against Fogão.

“It's important to have these days to recover, train, and plan well. We are in the same condition as most teams now (free time). These are days to work and plan. We are in a situation where we already know our reality. Every point is very important,” analyzed Vojvoda.

Next Santos Match

Standings Situation

With the draw against Botafogo, Santos remains in the 16th position, now with 32 points, one more than Vitória, which lost to Corinthians and is at the top of the relegation zone.

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