Escobar or Souza? Santos fans pick their favourite for left-back | OneFootball

The left-back position at Santos has been a topic of debate regarding who should be the starter. Coach Juan Pablo Vojvoda’s options are Escobar and Souza, with the former being the coach’s preference, at least in his first games in charge of Peixe. The fans, however, according to a poll conducted by Gazeta Esportiva, prefer Souza.

Escobar vs Souza

Escobar has been getting more opportunities since Juan Pablo Vojvoda’s arrival. The Argentine has started in five out of six matches under the coach. He only missed the 2-2 draw with Red Bull Bragantino because he was suspended. Over the entire season, he has played 35 matches, starting 29 of them, and has one assist.

The coach and player previously worked together at Fortaleza, from where Vojvoda was dismissed in July before taking over at Santos.

Souza, on the other hand, managed to secure a good run as a starter under Cleber Xavier, the Argentine coach’s predecessor, but returned to the bench with Vojvoda. The youngster stands out for his strong offensive support.

He has two assists in 19 matches, starting 14 of them. One of his assists came in the draw with Bragantino, the last time he started, filling in for Escobar, who was suspended at the time. Meanwhile, his Argentine teammate hasn’t contributed to a goal since the Paulista tournament.

Santos’ Situation in the Brasileirão

Santos is in 16th place, with 28 points, three more than Vitória, who currently sits at the top of the relegation zone. Under Vojvoda, Peixe has four draws, one win, and one loss. That defeat came in the last round: 3-0 to Ceará at Castelão. Now, the Alvinegro Praiano seeks a reaction against Corinthians, their next opponent after the FIFA break.

Santos’ Next Match

Santos vs Corinthians (28th round of the Brazilian Championship) Date and time: October 15, 2025 (Wednesday), at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time) Venue: Vila Belmiro, in Santos (SP)

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