Coritiba vs Santos Prediction: 14 May 2026 Copa do Brasil

Coritiba hosts Santos at Estádio Couto Pereira for a Copa do Brasil Round 5 clash, where both sides look to break a deadlock after their previous 0-0 encounter. Coritiba, under Fernando Seabra, has struggled for wins recently, while Cuca’s Santos has drawn five of their last six matches. The midfield battle between Josué (Coritiba) and Benjamín Rollheiser (Santos) will shape the match tempo. Rollheiser, in particular, stands out as a creative engine and recent goal scorer, while Coritiba’s Tinga contributes both defensively and offensively from the back. Hot stat: Santos averaged 14.6 shots per match across their last five games, nearly double Coritiba’s total—Santos’s attack remains busy, though not always efficient.

Coritiba vs Santos prediction

We predict a low-scoring draw as the most likely outcome. Both sides have struggled to convert their possession into goals—Coritiba averages only 1 goal per match in their last five, Santos 1.4, but Santos’s finishing is inconsistent despite generating many attempts. Coritiba’s home record is unimpressive, while Santos’s away form isn’t much better. Disciplinary records point toward a physical, stop-start game: Coritiba and Santos have accumulated 9 and 12 yellow cards respectively in their last five games, which signals frequent interruptions and risk of bookings. Passing accuracy is mediocre for both (Coritiba 70%, Santos 71%), reflecting a lack of fluidity and increasing chances for turnovers. This limits attacking development and supports a lower total goals prediction.

Team Analysis

Coritiba’s latest fixture was a 2-2 draw against Internacional, showing flashes of attacking threat but also defensive gaps. They have only one win in their last six games, conceding heavily in losses and rarely controlling the midfield. Josué and Tinga provide energy but lack support from forwards, with Pedro Rocha responsible for most of the goals. Coritiba’s recent form line is dllwwwldddwdlld, illustrating inconsistency and vulnerability in defense.

Santos, in contrast, comes off a 2-0 home win against Bragantino, with Rollheiser and Neymar leading the charge. Despite an improved result, Santos has found it difficult to claim full points—recent form is dldwllwdldddddw, with a tendency to settle for draws. Their midfield trio of João Schmidt, Gabriel Bontempo, and Christian Oliva can control possession but often lack incisive passes to break down compact defenses. Rollheiser’s recent scoring surge gives Santos hope, yet overall productivity remains a concern.

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Pre-game odds and win probability: Coritiba the favourite

• Moneyline Coritiba 2.78 | Santos 3.01
• Draw 2.77
• Over/Under Over 2.5 2.30 | Under 2.5 1.60
• BTTS (both teams to score) Yes 2.15 | No 1.75

Bookmakers slightly favor Coritiba, mainly due to home advantage. Neither side shows true dominance in attack or defense. The tight odds reflect how little separates the teams. Under 2.5 goals is priced low, a sign that market consensus expects a tactical, cagey contest. The “No” on BTTS offers value given both teams’ recent struggles up front and risk-averse approaches. The draw stands as a strong value bet, considering Santos’ record of stalemates and Coritiba’s inability to secure wins at home.

Possible Starting Lineups

Coritiba possible starting eleven

Pedro Rangel’s reliability in goal gives stability. Tinga and Felipe Jonatan offer balance at full-back, Jacy and Maicon anchor the center. Josué and Gómez run the midfield, with Vini Paulista’s discipline alongside. Up front, Pedro Rocha leads, supported by Breno Lopes and Lavega, both capable of pressing and stretching the defense. The 4-2-3-1 formation, seen in recent matches, remains the likely setup for Seabra’s men.

Santos possible starting eleven

Diogenes anchors a back four packed with experience and composure. Schmidt and Oliva stabilize midfield, with Bontempo pushing forward. Rollheiser’s form and Neymar’s unpredictability up front, supported by Gabriel Barbosa, create a potent but sometimes inconsistent attack. Cuca should stick to his preferred 4-2-3-1, seeking control in midfield and fluidity in transition. Watch for Rollheiser to influence both scoring and link-up play.

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TipsGG Match Prediction

We predict another draw with under 2.5 goals as the standout bet. Santos creates more shots but lacks conversion. Coritiba’s defense is often exposed, yet Santos rarely punishes opponents away from home. Both teams struggle with creativity in the final third, their midfielders often opting for safe passes. Expect a match decided by set pieces and moments of individual brilliance, but little open play excitement. To be honest, neither side convinces us as a clear winner—our punters’ pick is a 1-1 or 0-0 outcome, with value on cards and corners markets.

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