CONMEBOL Sudamericana, Group D · Round 2

Santos

Recoleta FC
Santos aims to lead Group D of the Sudamericana against Recoleta FC
Home side has a 40% chance of winning, but the visitors have 31% odds and could surprise
On April 15 at 00:30, Santos host Recoleta FC in the second round of the CONMEBOL Sudamericana group stage. With the standings still undecided, the clash could determine who takes the early edge in the competition.
O que está em jogo
Group D is still in its infancy, with all participants on the minimum points tally. While América de Cali, O'Higgins, Academia Puerto Cabello, Racing Club, Deportivo Cuenca, Olimpia, Carabobo FC and Montevideo City Torque already have three points, Santos and Recoleta are still seeking their first win. A victory would place Santos among the leaders and pave the way to control the schedule of the upcoming fixtures.
Win Probability
40.4%Santos
30.8%Recoleta FCComo os times chegam
Santos comes into the clash with two wins, two losses and a draw in their last five matches. The victories over Atlético Mineiro (1-0) and Remo (2-0) showed defensive solidity, but the defeats to Deportivo Cuenca (0-1) and Flamengo (1-3) exposed offensive frailties. Recoleta FC, on the other hand, has a similar record: two wins, two losses and a draw. The 4-2 win over Sportivo San Lorenzo highlights attacking power, while the loss to Libertad (0-1) indicates that the defense can still concede goals in critical moments.
Recent Form
Santos
Recoleta FC
Análise tática
The internal model figures show a slight edge for the home side, with a 40.4% chance of winning, while a draw has a 28.8% probability and Recoleta FC appears with 30.8% odds. This distribution suggests that Santos should set the tempo and seek control of the game, but cannot underestimate the visitor’s ability to score on quick transitions, as demonstrated against Sportivo San Lorenzo. The match is likely to be balanced, with chances for both teams, especially from set pieces.
Season Averages
Match overview
Shots
Standings
| Pos | Team | J | V | E | D | GP | GC | SG | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Academia Puerto Cabello | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| 1 | Olimpia | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 1 | Carabobo FC | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 1 | Deportivo Cuenca | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 1 | Racing Club | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 1 | América de Cali | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1 | Montevideo City Torque | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 1 | O'Higgins | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 2 | San Lorenzo | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2 | Cienciano | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2 | River Plate | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2 | São Paulo | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 2 | Barracas Central | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2 | Caracas F.C. | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2 | Tigre | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2 | Deportivo Riestra | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 3 | Botafogo | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 3 | Boston River | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 |
| 3 | Recoleta FC | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 3 | Juventud de Las Piedras | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 3 | Palestino | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 3 | Vasco da Gama | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 3 | Blooming | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 3 | Alianza Atlético de Sullana | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 4 | Santos | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 |
| 4 | Atlético Mineiro | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 0 |
| 4 | Grêmio | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 |
| 4 | Millonarios | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 0 |
| 4 | Macará | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 4 | Club Independiente | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | -2 | 0 |
| 4 | Red Bull Bragantino | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 |
| 4 | Audax Italiano | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 0 |
Goals by Minute Range
O cenário da partida
With the stadium still unconfirmed, the atmosphere will be even more uncertain, but fan expectations remain high. For Santos, securing the three points means moving into the group lead and avoiding reliance on other results. Recoleta FC sees the match as an opportunity to establish itself as a serious contender and climb the table. The clash promises to be tactical, with room for surprise, and the final result could shape the narrative of the upcoming group‑stage games.
Top Scorers
Santos
Recoleta FC