Juventude faced Santos at the Morumbi Stadium, in São Paulo, for the 18th round of the 2025 Brazilian Championship. The Gaúcho team suffered a 3-1 defeat, with two goals from Neymar, who scored his sixth goal of the season. Santos now has 18 points and rises to 15th place, leaving the relegation zone. Juventude remains as vice-lantern, with 11 points. Neymar scored two goals in 2025 for the first time and reached 6 balls in the net in the season, being the 3rd in the Brasileirão. Juventude's next commitment is against Corinthians, on August 11, at the Alfredo Jaconi. Moving on to the game, Santos started strong, with Neymar scoring his first goal at 34 minutes. Juventude tried to react, but Santos closed the scoring with a goal from Barreal. In the second half, Juventude sought the tie, but Santos maintained the advantage. So, the Gaúcho team needs to recover for the next game. Juventude's coach was not informed, but the team needs a win to leave the relegation zone. But, the team has quality and can surprise in the next game. Juventude has a strong squad, with players like Wilker Ángel and Ênio, who can make a difference in the next games.