The 2017 campaign delivered a season of strong domestic performance for Santos FC as Peixe clinched an impressive 3rd-place finish in the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A, securing a coveted spot in the following year's Copa Libertadores. Spearheading the attack were the joint top league scorers, veteran Ricardo Oliveira and the prolific Bruno Henrique, who each notched 8 goals in the league, with Henrique scoring a club-leading 18 goals overall. The team also enjoyed a strong run to the Copa Libertadores Quarter-finals, and the season, managed at one point by club legend Elano, was defined by a formidable home record and the constant threat of their goalscorers, marking a vital step forward for the club's status as a top contender in Brazilian football.. In the 2017 season, Peixe delivered a strong performance, securing a commendable 3rd-place finish in the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A to qualify for the 2018 Copa Libertadores group stage. Under the guidance of tactical leadership, including caretaker manager Elano, the squad demonstrated great competitive spirit by also reaching the quarter-finals of the Copa Paulista, Copa do Brasil, and Copa Libertadores. Star forward Bruno Henrique spear-headed the attack as the club's top overall goalscorer with 18 goals, alongside impactful contributions from Ricardo Oliveira.