Santos announce squad for Copa do Brasil match against Palmeiras

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 9:49 PM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Santos announce squad for Copa do Brasil match against Palmeiras

Summary

Santos has confirmed its roster for the first leg of the Copa do Brasil quarter-finals, set for August 25 against Palmeiras. Neymar is included in the squad, although his role as a starter is uncertain due to recent concerns about playing conditions at Nubank Parque. Santos prioritizes an upcoming league match against Corinthians, leading to speculation that Neymar may play limited minutes in this encounter. Additionally, Lucas Veríssimo returns to the lineup after a lengthy injury absence. The second leg of the quarter-finals will take place on September 2 at Vila Belmiro.

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Status Watch

•Santos plays Palmeiras in the Copa do Brasil quarter-finals on August 25.
•Neymar's starting status is uncertain due to pitch concerns.
•Santos prioritizes a league match against Corinthians on August 30.
•Lucas Veríssimo returns from injury for the match against Palmeiras.
•The return leg is scheduled for September 2 at Vila Belmiro.

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9:49 PMYahoo Sports — With Neymar? Santos name squad for 1st showdown with Palmeiras

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Santos have made official the list of players called up for the first leg of the Copa do Brasil quarter-finals.And Neymar will be an option against Palmeiras this Wednesday (25). The No. 10’s inclus...
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