Match Overview
Santos will take on Mirassol on March 10, 2026, at 9:30 PM in Maião, with Santos currently sitting in 13th place in the Brasileirão table with four points, while Mirassol is in tenth place with five points.
Player Updates
Notably, Neymar will not participate in the match due to muscle fatigue. “Neymar chose to rest in order to be in good shape for the classic against Corinthians,” a source indicated. This absence could significantly impact Santos as they look to build on their recent 2-1 victory over Vasco.
Coaching Insights
Carlo Ancelotti is expected to be in attendance to finalize his squad for upcoming friendlies, having confirmed his presence before the announcement of Neymar’s withdrawal.
Tiquinho Soares Situation
Mirassol has opted not to pay the R$ two million fee to field Tiquinho Soares against Santos. Soares, who is on loan from Santos, has scored nine goals and provided four assists in 43 games for the club. His loan is set to run until the end of the year. Rafael Guanaes, Mirassol’s coach, stated, “Soares is progressing physically and any decision on starting depends on how long he can sustain intensity.” He emphasized, “The collective comes first.”
Looking Ahead
As the match approaches, both teams are eager to secure points to improve their standings in the league. Observers will be watching closely to see how Santos adapts without Neymar and how Mirassol manages the absence of Soares. Details remain unconfirmed regarding any last-minute changes to the lineups or strategies from either side.