Náutico beat Santa Cruz 2-0 at home in the Pernambucano 1. Before the match, Náutico were 1st in the Pernambucano 1 table with Santa Cruz in 4th. In 7 previous meetings (2018–2026), Náutico have won 7, Santa Cruz 0, with 0 draws. Náutico had scored 19 goals this season (2.7 per game), Santa Cruz had 12 (1.7 per game). Náutico's goals came from Paulo Sérgio (73'), Paulo Sérgio (45'). Match stats: possession 54%-46%, shots 15-6, on target 6-2, corners 8-3. Explore the full timeline, stats breakdown and player performances.
Goal scorers
Náutico:Paulo Sérgio (73'), Paulo Sérgio (45')
Key stats
Possession: Náutico 54% · Santa Cruz 46% · Total shots: 15-6 · On target: 6-2 · Corners: 8-3
