Santos Independiente betting prediction

After the goalless draw in the 1st leg, the home team needs to get a home win to qualify for the next round. This is a team that is often stronger at home, with the help of its supporters, so they usually make good use of the home advantage, since in the last 30 matches they register 2 wins, 6 draws and 7 losses in away matches; against 7 wins, 3 draws and 5 losses at their stadium. They come to this match after a home win against Bahia by (2‑0). Santos has won 3, tied 3 and lost 4 of the last 10 home matches. They haven't been able to score the first goal. In fact, they have only opened up the score in 2 of the last 12 matches, they have reached half‑time in advantage in 1 of those 2 matches and held on to the lead until the end of the match in all of them. They have conceded the first goal in 7 of their 12 matches, and have never been able to turn the score around. there is 1 period that stands out in the last 20 home matches for all competitions: they have suffered 6 of their 17 goals between minutes (76'‑90').

For this second decisive game, Santos will play at home and after the goalless away draw where it played in a very defensive way, the team arrives for this match needing a simple victory to advance to the next round. It is worth mentioning that in three matches played at home for the Copa Libertadores, won two and drew one, not having suffered defeats. In these conditions the team presented balanced and efficient sectors after scoring 1.67 goals on average and suffering on average only 0.33 goals per game. In this second decisive duel the team should be organized in the 4-3-3, looking defensive consistency and the exits to the attack also through the sides. The team's highlight is the striker Eduardo Sasha with two goals scored for the Copa Libertadores. Midfielder Jean Mota stands out with two assists.

Confirmed Lineup: Vanderlei, Gustavo Henrique, Lucas Veríssimo, Victor Ferraz, Diego Pituca, Carlos Sánchez, Alison, Derlis González, Gabriel Barbosa, Rodrygo, Bruno Henrique.
Coach: F. Carille.