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Coaching Challenges and Tactical Issues
Pedro Caixinha, the current head coach, is facing mounting pressure given the team's disheartening results. Last season, Caixinha led Red Bull Bragantino through a tumultuous campaign, narrowly escaping relegation. Now, at Santos, he is struggling with player formations and has not been able to find the right blend to enhance the team's performance.
The game against Mirassol earlier in the season created a fleeting sense of optimism for the fans, but it quickly dissipated as inconsistencies continued. Observers noted that Santos’ performance has consistently dwindled in the second half of matches, often leading to disappointing results.