With a new face, Santos name squad for Copa Sul-Americana opener | OneFootball

Santos announced the squad list for the match against Cuenca-EQU, scheduled for 7 p.m. (Brasília time) this Wednesday at Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium, in the opening round of the Copa Sudamericana.

Updates and absences

The list includes the return of full-back Igor Vinícius, who has recovered from edema in his right quadriceps, and forward Rony, who had been suspended. Both were unavailable for Peixe in the last round of the Brazilian Championship, in the 3-1 loss to Flamengo.

On the other hand, the Black-and-White team from the coast still has important absences, including Gabigol and Neymar. The center-forward underwent his final PRP session to complete treatment for tendinitis in the adductor of his right thigh, while the attacking midfielder stayed in Santos for specific physical work.

The players join Vinícius Lira (left knee injury), Mayke (being rested after corticosteroid use), and Gabriel Menino (right hamstring injury), who are also unavailable.

Check out Santos' squad list

Goalkeepers: Gabriel Brazão, Rodrigo Falcão and Diógenes Defenders: Zé Ivaldo, Igor Vinícius, Adonis Frías, Lucas Veríssimo, Escobar, Rafael Gonzaga and Luan Peres Midfielders: Zé Rafael, Christian Oliva, João Schmidt, Willian Arão, Thaciano, Gabriel Bontempo and Gustavo Henrique Forwards: Barreal, Robinho Jr, Rony, Rollheiser, Moisés and Lautaro Díaz

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Probable lineup

Santos is expected to line up with: Gabriel Brazão; Igor Vinícius, Lucas Veríssimo, Luan Peres and Escobar; Oliva, Gustavo Henrique and Gabriel Bontempo; Rony, Thaciano and Barreal.

Match details

CUENCA-EQU x SANTOS

Competition: Copa Sudamericana (1st round) Venue: Alejandro Serrano Aguilar Stadium. Date: April 8, 2026 (Wednesday) Time: 7 p.m. (Brasília time)

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