Santos FC vs Bahia Prediction: Bahia is Coming off Three Consecutive Wins

In the upcoming fixture of Brazil Serie A, Santos FC will be hosting Bahia at the Urbano Caldeira Stadium in Santos. Going in the matchup, Santos FC stands 14th with just a win and 4 points, whereas Bahia stands 9th with 2 wins and 6 points from 4 matches played. If Bahia manages to win the upcoming away outing, a shift in momentum and confidence will be observed throughout the ranks. Santos FC and Bahia last played against each other in September 2021, and the match ended in a draw (0-0). Bahia and Santos will be meeting in Copa do Brasil fixture as well in the upcoming week. Hence, the home side will be looking to set a consistent tone against Bahia for the entire season. Continue reading to find out more about the upcoming matchup.

Going in the matchup, Santos FC is coming off a defeat against Cruzeiro (2-1), in which Angelo Gabriel managed to score an equalizer in the 57th minute. However, the scoreline shifted the balanced again in the 62nd minute, and eventually, Santos lost the match by a goal deficit. Coach Odair Hellmann will be looking forward to sticking to the players from the previous matchup. With the likes of Leonardo, Mendoza, Pires, and Camacho in the lineup, Santos FC is likely to deliver a reasonably better performance at home. In the last three home matches across all competitions, Santos has secured 2 wins and a draw. Hence, the home side will be looking forward to maintaining the home streak. Santos has scored positively in three of the last five matches played. Hence, we can expect Santos to at least score against Bahia.

Bahia is coming off a fantastic win over Coritiba (3-1), in which Gabriel Teixeira and David Duarte scored goals along with an own goal early in the peace. With Everaldo leading the attack and Duarte providing the firm back up in the centre, Bahia seems settled as a unit. With 51% ball possession and 5 shots on target, Bahia did produce a complete package in the previous home game. For the upcoming fixture, Bahia will be missing out on Vitor Jacare due to a red card suspension. In the last two recent away fixtures, Bahia has managed to secure a win against Vasco (0-1) and lost to Bragantino (2-1) in the early days of the competition. Considering the recent unbeaten run, Bahia will be pushing itself to at least secure a draw. Bahia has scored 10 goals in the last five matches, averaging 2.00 goals per game. Hence, the scoring average is quite better compared to other teams in the competition.

For the upcoming matchup, both sides demonstrate a decent record and streak in home fixtures. Hence, Santos will fancy its chances of winning at home, whereas Bahia will be confident of at least securing a draw. I am predicting a draw or Bahia to clinch a 1-2 win in the final minutes of play. Both sides are likely to score, and Gabriel Teixeira is to take his chances for scoring a goal at least. 

• Double Chance - Draw or Bahia for 1.61
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.9
• Correct Score 1-1 for 6