Palmeiras vs Santos Prediction 2 May 2026
🔊 In the upcoming match, Palmeiras host Santos, with both teams showcasing contrasting styles of play. Palmeiras, sitting at the top of the table, display consistent form with numerous victories in recent games. Their attack is efficient and prolific. Meanwhile, Santos are fighting for survival and struggling to secure points away from home, yet they manage to score at least one goal in nearly every match.
Head-to-Head
The last official clash between these teams took place on 14 January 2026 and ended with a 1-0 scoreline. Here's a comparison of the match statistics (Palmeiras were the home side):
- possession: 44% vs 56%;
- corners: 6 vs 9;
- fouls: 17 vs 15;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 3 vs 6.
📊 Statistical preview of official encounters between Palmeiras and Santos:
- 62 matches played;
- home wins - 29, away wins - 20, draws - 13;
- goals scored - 88 for the hosts, 76 for the visitors;
- average total goals in the first half - 1.11, in the second half - 1.53;
- average total goals per match - 2.65.
Head-to-head statistics Palmeiras - Santos
Palmeiras Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the Copa Libertadores, with Cerro Porteño hosting Palmeiras. The game ended in a 1-1 draw.
Here's the match statistics (Palmeiras vs Cerro Porteño):
- possession: 66% vs 34%;
- corners: 5 vs 3;
- fouls: 11 vs 17;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
- shots on target: 6 vs 3.
🟢 Palmeiras sit at the top of the league table, thanks to their remarkable form. In their last five matches, the team have secured four victories and drawn once. They boast a solid defense, conceding just 0.5 goals per game on average over their last ten matches. Additionally, their impressive home record against Santos is worth highlighting: Palmeiras have triumphed in 12 of their last 13 home encounters against them.
Match Results: Palmeiras
Santos Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place on as part of the Copa Sudamericana, with San Lorenzo hosting Santos. The game ended in a 1-1 draw.
Here are the match statistics (Santos vs San Lorenzo):
- possession: 52% vs 48%;
- corners: 4 vs 4;
- fouls: 16 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 0;
- shots on target: 3 vs 5.
⚫ Santos find themselves in the relegation zone, sitting 17th in the league standings. The team's form is far from ideal, with just two wins in their last ten matches, alongside five draws and three losses. Despite these struggles, their attack remains productive, scoring in nearly every game (19 out of their last 20 matches). However, defensive issues prevent them from consistently achieving positive results.
Match Results: Santos
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Played - 62;
- Home team first-half wins - 17; Away team first-half wins - 3; Draws - 11;
- Average first-half total: 1.11;
- Today's home side averages 0.65 goals, while the visitors average 0.47.
First-Half Stats: Palmeiras (home) vs Santos (away)
- Matches played in the tournament: 6 vs 6;
- Wins: 6 (100%) vs 1 (16.67%);
- Losses: 0 (0%) vs 1 (16.67%);
- Draws: 0 (0%) vs 4 (66.67%);
- Average goals scored: 1.67 vs 1.17;
- Average goals conceded: 0.17 vs 0.5.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Wins: 7 vs 2;
- Losses: 1 vs 0;
- Draws: 2 vs 8;
- Average first-half total: 1.1 (scored - 0.9, conceded - 0.2) vs 0.9 (scored - 0.6, conceded - 0.3).
- Palmeiras have scored in the first half in 15 of their last 16 matches (Serie A).
- Palmeiras have scored in the first half at home in 10 consecutive matches.
- Palmeiras have scored in the first half at home in 6 consecutive matches (Serie A).
- Palmeiras have scored in the first half in 5 consecutive matches.
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Matches played - 62;
- Home wins - 29, Away wins - 20, Draws - 13.
Statistics: Palmeiras vs Santos
- Matches in tournament: 13 vs 13;
- Wins: 10 vs 3;
- Win percentage: 77% vs 23%;
- Losses: 1 vs 5;
- Draws: 2 vs 5.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 7 vs 2;
- Losses: 0 vs 3;
- Draws: 3 vs 5.
- Palmeiras have won at home in 12 of the last 13 head-to-head meetings between these teams.
- Palmeiras have won at home in 6 of the last 7 head-to-head meetings (Serie A).
- Palmeiras have won 10 consecutive home matches.
- Palmeiras have won 7 of the last 8 matches (Serie A).
- Palmeiras have won 6 consecutive home matches (Serie A).
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head (average total):
- Home team - 1.42, Away team - 1.23;
- In head-to-head matches - 2.65;
- Both teams scored: overall - 35 times; at home team's ground - 18 times.
Average Total Goals Statistics: Palmeiras vs Santos
- In tournament: 2.54 vs 3;
- Goals scored: 1.77 vs 1.38;
- First half: 1.15 vs 0.69;
- Second half: 0.62 vs 0.69;
- Palmeiras: at home in tournament - 2.17;
- Santos: away in tournament - 1.33;
- Last 10 matches: 1.4 (home - 2) vs 1 (away - 0.8).
- Total over 2.5 goals occurred in 6 of Santos's last 7 away matches (Serie A).
Corners Prediction
Palmeiras: Statistics
- Season: average total in tournament - 5.31; at home - 6;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 7.3; at home - 10.
Santos: Statistics
- Season: average total in tournament - 5.38, away - 5.5;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 4.9; away - 3.6.
- Santos have taken more than 3.5 corners away in 6 of the last 7 head-to-head meetings (Serie A).
- Santos have taken more than 3.5 corners in 8 of the last 9 matches.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Matches played - 62;
- Both teams scored overall - 35 times;
- At home team's ground - 18 times.
Statistics: Palmeiras vs Santos
- Played in tournament: 13 vs 13;
- Season matches with both teams scoring (BTTS): 8 vs 10;
- Palmeiras: BTTS at home - 4 (67%);
- Santos: BTTS away - 5 (83%).
Last 10 matches:
- BTTS matches: 5 vs 5;
- Palmeiras: BTTS at home - 2 (50%);
- Santos: BTTS away - 3 (60%).
Exact Score Prediction
Frequent score statistics (current season):
- The most common score in the tournament: 1-1 (17/127, 13.4%);
- Palmeiras most frequently finish matches at home with a score of: 2-1 (3/6, 50%);
- Santos most frequently play away with a score of: 2-2 (2/6, 33.3%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top-3 outcomes:
1-0 - 12.08% (odds: 6.5)
2-0 - 11.19% (odds: 6.5)
1-1 - 11.04% (odds: 7.5)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
The match presents a clash between teams with differing levels of consistency. The hosts display more structured and balanced football, particularly at home, where they regularly control the pace of the game. Santos struggle defensively and show instability in away matches, often making errors under pressure. While the visitors can create chances, their finishing lacks reliability. Considering form and squad depth, the advantage lies with the hosts. Our prediction: Palmeiras win.
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