Santos vs Universidad Central predictions, Jul 28, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

2 months ago

Copa Sudamericana, on Tuesday, 8:30 pm ET

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As Santos FC prepares to host Universidad Central de Venezuela FC in the Copa Sudamericana on July 28, 2026, both teams arrive with contrasting recent performances. Santos has secured 1 victory in their last 2 matches, suggesting a moderate level of form as they look to capitalize on home advantage. Their attacking style, characterized by quick transitions and a solid midfield presence, could be pivotal in breaking down the visiting defense.

On the other hand, Universidad Central is struggling, having lost their most recent match without registering a victory in their last outing. This lack of momentum might hinder their confidence as they approach a challenging away fixture. Known for their resilience, the Venezuelan side will need to rely on a disciplined defensive shape and effective counter-attacks to pose any threat.

With bookmakers favoring Santos at odds of 1.7, their home advantage is underscored by their tactical strengths. However, anything can happen in knockout tournaments, and Universidad Central will be eager to defy the odds. As both teams clash, expect a competitive encounter, but no outcome can be assured.

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Santos
76.1%

Draw
15.5%

Universidad Central
8.4%

Outrights of Copa Sudamericana Santos: 5.08% Universidad Central: 0.36%

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Betting Odds

1	X	2
1.23	5.84	10.06
1.24	5.40	11.00
1.23	7.16	14.50	Watch and Bet
1.26	5.95	10.68
1.22	6.00	11.00

Latest Results

21.07.26 Universidad Central de Venezuela FC – Santos FC – 1:4
16.07.26 Botafogo RJ – Santos FC – 2:1
30.05.26 Santos FC – EC Vitória Salvador – 3:1
26.05.26 Santos FC – Deportivo Cuenca – 3:0
23.05.26 Grêmio RS – Santos FC – 3:2

21.07.26 Universidad Central de Venezuela FC – Santos FC – 1:4
30.05.26 Universidad Central de Venezuela FC – Portuguesa Acarígua – 2:3
27.05.26 Libertad Asuncion – Universidad Central de Venezuela FC – 0:1
23.05.26 Academia Puerto Cabello – Universidad Central de Venezuela FC – 2:1
19.05.26 Rosario Central – Universidad Central de Venezuela FC – 4:0

Facts

First leg result: 4-1.

Santos has been quite unpredictable recently (last 5 games: 3 wins).

Universidad Central may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.

In this match, Santos is the obvious favorite.

In the last 1 head-to-head match, Santos won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 4:1.

Latest Head To Head

21.07.26 Universidad Central de Venezuela FC – Santos FC – 1:4

Standings

Draw

Play Offs

1/16-finals

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

1/8-finals

1	TBD #1	Recoleta
2	TBD #3	Sao Paulo
3	TBD #5	River Plate
4	TBD #7	Olimpia Asuncion
5	TBD #9	Atletico-MG
6	TBD #11	Macara
7	TBD #13	Montevideo City
8	TBD #15	Botafogo RJ

Quarter-finals

1	TBD #1	TBD #2
2	TBD #3	TBD #4
3	TBD #5	TBD #6
4	TBD #7	TBD #8

Semi-finals

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

Final

TBD #1

TBD #2

Copa Sudamericana Outrights

1. Sao Paulo: 6.5 (9.85%)

2. River Plate: 6.5 (9.85%)

3. Boca Juniors: 6.5 (9.85%)

4. Racing Club: 7 (9.15%)

5. Atletico-MG: 8.5 (7.53%)

6. Gremio: 10.8 (5.93%)

7. Botafogo RJ: 11 (5.82%)

8. Santos: 12.6 (5.08%)

9. Bragantino: 15 (4.27%)

10. Lanus: 15 (4.27%)

11. Olimpia Asuncion: 16.6 (3.86%)

12. Vasco: 21 (3.05%)

13. Tigre: 21.8 (2.94%)

14. Sporting Cristal: 30 (2.13%)

15. Montevideo City: 34 (1.88%)

16. Bolivar: 34 (1.88%)

17. Ind. Medellin: 34 (1.88%)

18. Santa Fe: 34 (1.88%)

19. Olimpia: 35 (1.83%)

20. America De Cali: 41 (1.56%)

21. Caracas: 50.2 (1.28%)

22. Cienciano: 65.4 (0.98%)

23. O Higgins: 65.4 (0.98%)

24. Club Nacional: 86.8 (0.74%)

25. Macara: 96.2 (0.67%)

26. Recoleta: 180.2 (0.36%)

27. Universidad Central: 180.2 (0.36%)

28. Carabobo: 501 (0.13%)

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