Atlético Mineiro vs Santos predictions, Sep 16, 2026

Copa Sudamericana, on Wednesday,

Atlético Mineiro

Santos

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As Atlético Mineiro prepares to host Santos FC in the Copa Sudamericana on September 16, 2026, both teams approach the match with contrasting recent forms. Atlético Mineiro has secured victories in 2 of their last 5 outings, indicating a patchy but competitive performance. In contrast, Santos FC comes into the match in stronger form, having won 3 of their last 5 games, showcasing consistency that may bolster their confidence heading into this crucial fixture.

Tactically, Atlético Mineiro is known for their aggressive pressing and dynamic attacking play, which can be a significant advantage on home soil. Their familiarity with the venue may give them an edge, as they aim to capitalize on this advantage. On the other hand, Santos’ recent successes can be attributed to a solid defensive framework combined with quick transitions, allowing them to exploit counter-attacking opportunities effectively.

With bookmaker odds at 2 for the home win and 3.74 for the away win, the game is poised to be competitive. The model prediction leans slightly in favor of Atlético Mineiro, with a 51.9% chance of a home victory. However, given Santos’ upward trajectory, the match is open, and any outcome remains possible.

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Atlético MG
48.2%
Draw
28.2%
Santos
23.6%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:0

Outrights of Copa Sudamericana Santos: 26.85% Atletico-MG: 5.82%

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Betting Odds

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Bwin 1.95 3.20 4.10
bet_at_home 1.93 3.33 4.22
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Pinnacle 1.96 3.44 3.87
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Latest Results

09.09.26 Santos FC – Atlético Mineiro – 2:0
05.09.26 São Paulo FC – Atlético Mineiro – 2:0
01.09.26 Atlético Mineiro – Cruzeiro MG – 2:1
29.08.26 Atlético Mineiro – EC Vitória Salvador – 2:1
25.08.26 Cruzeiro MG – Atlético Mineiro – 1:1
09.09.26 Santos FC – Atlético Mineiro – 2:0
06.09.26 Internacional RS – Santos FC – 2:3
02.09.26 Santos FC – Palmeiras – 0:0
30.08.26 Corinthians – Santos FC – 0:1
26.08.26 Palmeiras – Santos FC – 3:0

Facts

  • First leg result: 0-2.
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Atlético MG won 1.
  • Recent performances by Atlético MG have been up and down (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • Santos is in great form at the moment (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • Atlético MG may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • In this match, Atlético MG is seen as the favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Atlético MG won 7 matches, drew 4 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 23:26. (average 1.2:1.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Atlético MG won 5 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 14:5. (average 1.6:0.6).

    Latest Head To Head

    09.09.26 Santos FC – Atlético Mineiro – 2:0
    11.04.26 Santos FC – Atlético Mineiro – 1:0
    14.09.25 Atlético Mineiro – Santos FC – 1:1
    16.04.25 Santos FC – Atlético Mineiro – 2:0
    27.08.23 Atlético Mineiro – Santos FC – 2:0

    Standings

    Draw

    Play Offs

    1/16-finals

    1 Boca Juniors O’Higgins 1 : 1, 1 : 0
    2 Bye Recoleta
    3 Bolivar Gremio 1 : 0, 3 : 2
    4 Bye Sao Paulo
    5 Santa Fe Caracas 3 : 0, 2 : 0
    6 Bye River Plate
    7 Ind. Medellin Vasco 0 : 1, 2 : 2
    8 Bye Olimpia Asuncion
    9 Sporting Cristal Bragantino 0 : 1, 0 : 0
    10 Bye Atletico-MG
    11 Universidad Central Santos 2 : 4, 1 : 4
    12 Bye Macara
    13 Nacional Tigre 2 : 1, 0 : 3
    14 Bye Montevideo City
    15 Lanus Cienciano 0 : 4, 2 : 0
    16 Bye Botafogo RJ

    1/8-finals

    1 Boca Juniors Recoleta 4 : 0, 3 : 1
    2 Bolivar Sao Paulo 1 : 3, 1 : 1
    3 Santa Fe River Plate 2 : 1, 0 : 0
    4 Vasco Olimpia Asuncion 4 : 1, 0 : 0
    5 Bragantino Atletico-MG 2 : 2, 0 : 1
    6 Santos Macara 0 : 0, 2 : 1
    7 Tigre Montevideo City 1 : 2, 0 : 1
    8 Cienciano Botafogo RJ 0 : 1, 6 : 1

    Quarter-finals

    1 Boca Juniors Sao Paulo 1 : 0
    2 Santa Fe Vasco 0 : 0
    3 Atletico-MG Santos 0 : 2
    4 Montevideo City Cienciano

    Semi-finals

    1 TBD #1 TBD #2
    2 TBD #3 TBD #4

    Final

    1 TBD #1 TBD #2

    Copa Sudamericana Outrights

    1. Santos: 3.25 (26.85%)

    2. Boca Juniors: 4.38 (19.93%)

    3. Vasco: 5 (17.46%)

    4. Sao Paulo: 9 (9.7%)

    5. Cienciano: 12.83 (6.8%)

    6. Atletico-MG: 15 (5.82%)

    7. Montevideo City: 15 (5.82%)

    8. Santa Fe: 17 (5.13%)

    9. Olimpia: 35 (2.49%)

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