Santos will face Ceara in the twenty-seventh round of the Brazilian top-tier. It is quite hard to predict a winner for the upcoming game. Santos is currently playing below their standard, but are still phenomenal at home. On the other side, Ceara is finally beginning to catch up with the league's best after a series of poor results. Both squads will be dealing with some absences and we are set to have a close game of football.

The hosts will be without Raniel, Vladimir, Carlos Sanchez, Jobson, and Para. Santos is coming from a minimal 1-0 away loss against Vasco, even after completely dominating their opponents. However, their last home game finished 4-1 against Gremio. "The Peixe" have lost only twice at home this season and are quite confident about winning on their field. They have never lost against Ceara here, winning three times and sharing points twice. Cucu's men are desperate to find a victory and this may be the perfect opportunity to put an end to their disappointing form.

Coach Guto Ferreira cannot count on Leo Chu, Leandro Carvalho, William Oliveira, Felipe Vizeu, and Rick attending this duel. Ceara has won its last three games away from home. However, all those victories were against weak clubs, while they suffered against the big names. The guests have a tough schedule in front of them and could go easy into this duel. The last time when "Vozao" was welcomed by Santos, the game finished in a goalless draw.

Considering everything mentioned above, it would be a call for help if Santos somehow fails to come out victorious from this match. I anticipate their victory, in a persuasive manner. Good luck!