Football Result

Verification of the Result Prediction

Power Comparison in the League
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Team Formations

Estimated Goal Scoring Chance

Recent Matches before the game

H2H Record before the game

The Copa do Brasil Third Round first leg match between Santos and CRB at Estádio Vila Belmiro ended in a 1-1 draw. The pre-game AI prediction favored a Santos win, with a 51.4% probability, which ultimately proved incorrect. Benjamin Rollheiser scored for Santos in the 45'+1 minute, while Breno Herculano equalized for CRB in the 58th minute. The game saw a balanced possession, with Santos holding 50.1% and CRB 49.9%. Santos recorded 16 total shots with 6 on target, while CRB had 14 shots with 8 on target, indicating a slightly more accurate shooting performance from the away side. Gonzalo Escobar of Santos received a red card in the 90'+9 minute.
Looking at the match statistics, the game was closely contested, with both teams creating a similar number of opportunities. Santos committed more fouls (13) compared to CRB (7). Both teams received two yellow cards each. The saves made by the goalkeepers were 7 for Santos and 5 for CRB. Santos played in a 4-2-3-1 formation, while CRB adopted a 4-1-4-1 setup. The draw leaves the tie open for the second leg.
Santos's recent form has been inconsistent, with two losses, one win, and one draw in their last five games, including a recent loss to Red Bull Bragantino in the Brazilian Serie A. Similarly, CRB's form has been mixed, with two wins, one loss, and one draw in their last five games in the Brazilian Serie B, showing that they can be tough to beat. Santos is preparing to face Grêmio in their next Brazilian Serie A match, and their recent results against Grêmio have been mixed. Grêmio's form has been poor lately, with no wins in their last five games. CRB will face Cuiabá in the Brazilian Serie B. CRB's recent head-to-head record against Cuiabá does not favor them.
The draw in this Copa do Brasil match continues Santos's trend of inconsistent results. Comparing this game to their previous matches, Santos's attack seems to be misfiring, struggling to convert chances into goals consistently. As for CRB, this draw highlights their resilience. Analyzing their previous games, CRB has shown an ability to grind out results even when not at their best. Considering the recent head-to-head games, both teams have had their moments of success.

On May 1st, 2025, all eyes will be on Estádio Vila Belmiro as Santos faces CRB in a Copa do Brasil match. AI is predicting a Santos victory, with a 49.9% win probability compared to CRB's 24.6%. Despite Santos' recent struggles in the Brazilian Serie A, including losses to Red Bull Bragantino and São Paulo, the AI gives them the edge. Their key player, the young striker Marcos Leonardo, will be crucial to their attack. CRB, currently competing in the Brazilian Serie B, has shown resilience with recent wins, but their away form has been inconsistent. The AI gives them a 25.5% chance of drawing. While Santos' home advantage and slightly stronger team rate (0.621 vs 0.543) play a factor, CRB will aim to repeat the victory of the last head-to-head game. The midfield battle, where Santos' experienced veteran Ganso will face CRB's tenacious Alagoano, could ultimately decide the game. Football fans are eager to see if the AI prediction holds true, or if CRB can cause an upset.