Santos: Neymar scores, Luan Peres error costs points in Sul-Americana | OneFootball

Santos were held to a 1-1 draw by Deportivo Recoleta on Tuesday night in the second round of the Copa Sudamericana. Neymar was given another start and scored for Peixe, but could not prevent the frustrating result. Luan Peres stood out for the wrong reasons after conceding the penalty.

Santos’ No. 10 received the highest rating according to Sofascore. In addition to finding the net three minutes into the first half, Neymar created another big chance with an assist for Gabigol, who missed the opportunity to extend the lead. He also made six key passes and won 10 ground duels.

Luan Peres, meanwhile, made a mistake that proved costly. The center-back gave away a penalty on Figueredo in the 43rd minute of the first half. Brazão was unable to save it, and Santos saw Recoleta equalize. That was practically the Paraguayan side’s only shot of the match.

Before missing his chance to score, Gabigol had already provided the assist for Neymar’s goal in a move down the left. The No. 9 played well in the first half, but then faded, failing to find spaces in the defense, and was eventually taken off.

Live Score Santos – Recoleta FC

Gustavo Henrique has increasingly established himself in Santos’ midfield. From the start of the game, he was alert defensively and was responsible for winning back many balls, including the one that led to Peixe’s goal. He showed good vision to link up play, but was let down by an uninspired night from the forwards.

Gabriel Bontempo, meanwhile, came into the starting lineup in place of Rony compared to the last match, but did not deliver a convincing performance. The Menino da Vila had his ups and downs and ultimately left much to be desired in the final third, getting the last pass or the finish wrong.

Now, Peixe turn their attention back to the Brazilian Championship, where they sit 15th with 13 points.

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