The 2012 season was a historic year for Santos Futebol Clube, marking their 100th season in existence. They had an impressive campaign, winning the Campeonato Paulista for the third consecutive year, a feat that had not been achieved in São Paulo state football for 43 years. Neymar was the standout player, finishing as the top scorer and earning praise for his performances.
In the Copa Libertadores, Santos entered as defending champions but were eliminated in the semi-finals by Corinthians, who would go on to win the competition. Despite this setback, Santos experienced success on the continental stage, winning the Recopa Sudamericana for the first time in the club’s history. They defeated Universidad de Chile 2–0 on aggregate in September to secure the title.
Domestically, Santos finished eighth in the Campeonato Brasileiro, with their final match of the season ending in a 3–1 victory over Palmeiras. Santos also saw success in their youth ranks, as their U20 team triumphed in the U20 Campeonato Paulista, beating São Paulo 2–0 on aggregate. Neymar’s remarkable goal tally of 43 goals in all competitions was a testament to his talent, making the 2012 season a memorable one for the club.
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