Ricardo Oliveira: The Santos-Palmeiras Rivalry in 2026

The former Brazilian striker reflects on his intense duels against Fernando Prass during the 2015 season, ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Ricardo Oliveira, who will face the two Brazilian clubs as an observer for the 2026 World Cup, remembers the epic clashes between Santos and Palmeiras in 2015. The ex-number 9 describes a fierce rivalry on the pitch with goalkeeper Fernando Prass, punctuated by provocations and mutual respect off the field. These two giants of Brazilian football, who will provide several players to the national team for the 2026 World Cup, embody the intensity characteristic of South American football. Oliveira emphasizes that this competition between Peixe and Verdão prepares Brazilian talents for international challenges.