Fortaleza vs Santos Predictions 12.06.2025
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Fortaleza vs Santos Predictions
Fortaleza vs Santos Prediction and Betting Tips for Matchday 12 of the Brazilian Serie A, scheduled on Thursday, June 13 at 20:00. The clash will be hosted at the Arena Castelao in Fortaleza. In this article, you’ll find our Brazilian Serie A Predictions along with expert insight into the current form and key stats for both teams.
- Fortaleza have lost five league games in a row and sit just inside the relegation zone.
- Santos are winless in nine of their last 10 matches and have the second-worst attack in the league.
- Fortaleza won both meetings with Santos last season, scoring six goals across the two games.
- Card averages for both sides suggest a high-tempo, physical contest at Castelao.
Fortaleza enter this matchup desperate to halt a spiraling run of form that has seen them lose five consecutive league games. Manager Juan Pablo Vojvoda is under pressure to find solutions fast, especially after Laion were thrashed 5-0 by league leaders Flamengo in their last outing. The hosts are 17th in the standings and tied on points with Vitoria, but only goal difference keeps them in the drop zone. Despite this, they have performed slightly better at home and may view this match as a turning point.
Home form, however, has offered little solace in recent weeks. Fortaleza have lost their last two games at Castelao, including a shock cup elimination to Retro on May 21. With midfielders Pedro Augusto (suspended) and Lucas Sasha (injured) out, Tomas Pochettino and Emmanuel Martinez will shoulder responsibility in midfield. Offensively, the trio of Marinho, Lucca, and Deyverson must find a way to break down a Santos side that has struggled on the road.
On the other side, Santos arrive at Castelao with a similarly bleak outlook. Cleber Xavier’s men have claimed just one win in their last 10 outings, leaving them 18th in the table with eight points. They come into this fixture following a narrow 1-0 loss to Botafogo, a game overshadowed by Neymar’s red card. With the star forward unavailable and also recovering from COVID-19, the pressure will be on 20-year-old Deivid Washington to deliver up front.
The visitors’ away record is especially concerning, having lost six of their last seven road matches in Serie A. Their average of 6.33 total cards per game highlights the physical nature of their matches, and combined with Fortaleza’s card data, this clash promises plenty of stoppages. With both sides stuck in the relegation zone and needing a turnaround, expect a fiercely contested battle that could swing on fine margins. Follow our expert coverage for the latest Brazilian Serie A Predictions.
This fixture between Fortaleza and Santos has all the hallmarks of a high-card affair. According to the stats, Santos average 6.33 total cards per match, with 3.33 coming from their opponents and 3.0 from themselves. Fortaleza aren't far behind, with an average of 4.2 total cards per game (2.8 received, 1.4 by opponents). Combined, that’s over 10.5 cards per match on average, making the Over 4.5 Cards line very realistic. Furthermore, both sides are in the relegation zone, where tensions are high and challenges come thick and fast. This is a classic six-pointer — a high-pressure match where tempers can flare easily. The fact that Santos surpass the +4.5 cards line in 67% of matches and Fortaleza in 60% further backs the bet. Given their disciplinary trends and the importance of the result, this match is likely to be physical, cagey, and loaded with bookings.
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