With the aggregate score currently tied at 0-0, the pressure is on both sides to find a breakthrough. Cuca is expected to field a strong lineup, potentially featuring Gabriel Brazao in goal, supported by a back four of Igor Vinicius or Gabriel Menino, Adonis Frias, Joao Ananias, and Escobar.
The partnership between Neymar and Gabigol remains the focal point of the Santos attack, especially after a tense first leg where the latter faced whistles from sections of the home support. The tactical flexibility of players like Joao Schmidt and Gabriel Menino gives Cuca options off the bench should the match remain deadlocked.