Mirassol hosts Santos at the Estádio José Maria de Campos Maia on Saturday, July 19, 2025, in a round 15 clash for the 2025 Brasileirao Serie A.[1] Both teams were promoted from Serie B last season and are seeking strong mid-table positions in their first campaigns back in the top flight.[2]
Mirassol has enjoyed a positive run, currently on a five-match unbeaten streak and demonstrating one of the best defensive records outside the league’s top 10 teams. They have conceded only 13 goals in their Serie A games so far and have lost just twice in their first twelve matches.[2] Notably, they drew 1-1 with Palmeiras in their most recent fixture, as Francisco Da Costa scored the equalizer on his debut.[1] Mirassol’s ability to recover after falling behind and their proficiency from wingplay and direct free kicks have been highlighted as key strengths.[4]
Santos, meanwhile, are on an improving trajectory under new manager Cleber Xavier, having won three out of their last four league matches, including a narrow 1-0 victory over league leaders Flamengo in which Neymar scored the late winner. This recent upturn has allowed them to move up to 13th in the standings, narrowing the gap to Mirassol, who are four points above them.[1] Santos have not lost to Mirassol in their last five meetings (three wins, two draws).[3]
Historically, Santos has the edge in this fixture: across fourteen prior meetings, Santos have won ten times, Mirassol just once, and three matches ended in a draw.[1] Both sides are expected to field strong lineups, with predicted starting elevens typically released an hour prior to kickoff.[3]
The match is expected to be highly competitive, with Mirassol’s defensive solidity facing off against an in-form Santos attack.[2] Experts are predicting a closely-fought contest, and some previews have tipped a draw as the most likely outcome.[2]
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