Bahia - BAPositive30%
Bahia - BA is maintaining 5th place on the 2026 Brazilian Championship table with 32 points after 21 matches, showing stability in their play and ability to compete for points
Bahia - BA has two consecutive wins (against Montevideo City Torque and Botafogo - RJ), demonstrating good ability to respond in important matches
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Bahia - BA's goal-scoring efficiency has averaged (1.4 goals per game) in the last 10 matches, with 2 matches having 2 or more goals, showing that their attacking ability isn't too bad
The BTTS (both teams to score) ratio reached 66.67% in the season, showing that the team frequently participates in high-scoring matches, but is not a standout factor.
The 4-3-3 formation is frequently used, demonstrating flexibility in personnel deployment, although it is not the main trend.
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Bahia - BA is going through an unstable phase with 3 losses in their last 10 games, including losses to strong teams like Fluminense - RJ (0-2) and Coritiba SAF - PR (2-3), reflecting inconsistency in their play
The team's defensive capabilities are limited, having conceded 12 goals in 10 matches (an average of 1.2 goals per game) and managing only 2 clean sheets, highlighting weaknesses in their defensive performance.
Bahia - BA received 29 yellow cards in 10 matches, including a match where they received 4 yellow cards (the match against Botafogo - RJ), showing a lack of discipline and emotional control.
Several important players such as Erick Luis Conrado Carvalho, Kanu, and Erick Pulga are absent, affecting the team's ability to play continuously and the diversity of the lineup
Recent overall form has been unstable, with a result sequence of DDDWW (3 draws, 2 wins) and a PPG (points per game) over the last 8 matches standing at 1.25, which is lower than the season's average (1.52)
Vasco da Gama Saf - RJPositive30%
Vasco da Gama has the ability to score decisively in some matches, with two decisive victories (3-0 against Barracas Central and 1-0 against Dep.Independiente Medellin), demonstrating notable attacking potential
Vasco da Gama once kept a clean sheet in 3 matches, reflecting a certain level of stability in defense while maintaining a disciplined style of play.
Claudio Spinelli, the main striker, is the only bright spot in the attack, showcasing a central role in tactical setups, contributing to creating breakthroughs for the team.
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Vasco da Gama has maintained the 4-2-3-1 tactical trend in many recent matches, demonstrating stability in team setup and flexible adaptability
The ratio of matches with 3 or more goals is 50% (5 out of 10 matches), showing an open playing style and average ability to control the game, despite sometimes struggling when the opponent counters
Vasco da Gama has 5 draws in their last 10 matches, showing their ability to maintain stable results in some games, although it is not enough to improve their league position.
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Vasco da Gama is going through an unstable phase with a results sequence of L-L-W-L-L-D-D-W-D-W, including 4 consecutive losses and 2 heavy defeats (0-3 against Red Bull Bragantino, 1-3 against Olimpia Asuncion), showing a lack of consistency and poor ability to control the game.
Vasco da Gama's defense has shown inconsistency, with 12 goals conceded (an average of 1.2 per game) and only 3 clean sheets, while the goal difference is -8 (scored 23, conceded 31)
The absence of key players such as Adson (shin fracture), Thiago Mendes, and Tchê Tchê (thigh injury) has caused instability in the personnel structure, severely affecting the ability to control the central area and create opportunities from the flanks.
Injured
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National duty
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Bahia - BA demonstrates a clear advantage in ball control and attacking organization, with stable scoring efficiency due to the cohesion between lines and the sharpness of quality individuals such as Willian José and Ademir. Meanwhile, Vasco da Gama relies on quick counterattacks, exploiting gaps in the opponent's defense, although their defensive system lacks reliability due to personnel injuries. Bahia - BA's dominance in the midfield and their ability to maintain proactive control may make it difficult for Vasco da Gama to create clear chances, although Vasco da Gama's potential for quick counterattacks remains a bright spot. However, the instability in Bahia - BA's defense could open up gaps for the opponent to exploit, resulting in a balanced match between control and reaction.
Prediction for the match between Bahia - BA and Vasco da Gama Saf - RJ is 2-1.
Expert Prediction:
Bahia - BA-0.50 @1.95
































