Neymar and Gabigol in as Santos ready for Velo Clube, line-up out | OneFootball

Santos concluded their preparations this Saturday for the match against Velo Clube this Sunday at 8:30 PM (Brasília time) at Vila Belmiro, for the last round of the Campeonato Paulista. The Peixe needs to win to secure their spot in the quarter-finals of the State Championship.    

In Saturday's training session, Neymar and Gabigol trained normally and are expected to be included in the squad for the State Championship decision. The number 10 is eagerly anticipating his debut in 2026, after undergoing arthroscopy on his left knee.

Gabigol, on the other hand, did not play midweek against Athletico-PR due to the synthetic pitch at Arena da Baixada. The forward complained of pain during the week and was rested.

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Neymar and Gabigol – Photo: Raul Baretta / Santos FC

Probable Line-up

Despite the returns of Neymar and Gabigol, coach Juan Pablo Vojvoda will have to deal with the absences of Adonis Frías, Zé Rafael, and Willian Arão, who are in the medical department.

A probable Santos team includes: Gabriel Brazão; Mayke, Luan Peres, Zé Ivaldo, and Vini Lira; João Schmidt, Gabriel Bontempo, and Gabriel Menino; Miguelito (Thaciano), Rony (Neymar), and Gabigol.

Fight for Qualification

Among the major teams in the state, Santos has the lowest chances of qualifying for the next phase. The Peixe needs to win to keep their chances of securing a spot. Additionally, Vojvoda's team needs the G8 teams to slip up to advance. A draw or a loss will result in elimination.

On the other side, Velo Clube is fighting against relegation. The club from Rio Claro is in the relegation zone and can only escape with a victory against Santos, without relying on any other results.

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