Santos vs Palmeiras: State Rivalry Owned by Paulistão Power
Santos vs Palmeiras Stats
Palmeiras holds a clear edge in state titles. They claim 25 Paulistão wins to Santos's 22. That gap tells the real story of this rivalry.
Santos fights back with 8 Brasileirão titles. Palmeiras tops them at 12. Both sides stack hardware, but the local crown stings most.
Head to Head Record in Trophies
Copa Libertadores sits even at 3 each. No dominance there. Squads match up too, with Santos at 35 players and Palmeiras at 38.
Paulistão decides the pecking order. Palmeiras's three extra banners fuel their swagger in derbies. Santos chases that lead every season.
Historical Matchups Heat Up Over State Glory
These clashes always carry Paulistão weight. Palmeiras leans on their 25 titles for mental edge. Santos pushes with Peixe pride.
- Paulistão: Palmeiras 25, Santos 22
- Brasileirão: Palmeiras 12, Santos 8
- Libertadores: Tied at 3
Bigger squads mean deeper benches. Palmeiras's 38 gives rotation options. Santos stays scrappy at 35.
The Paulistão Anomaly Drives Rivalry Fire
That 25-22 Paulistão split stands out. Palmeiras owns the state series. It shapes every tactical scrap between them.
Santos eyes revenge in big games. Equal continental success keeps it balanced. Local pride stays the spark.
Rivalry Boils Down to State Supremacy
Palmeiras rules Paulistão history. Santos battles across Brazil cups. This feud thrives on trophy hunts and derby grit.
