Bahia vs Internacional – Match Preview

Bahia is set to host Internacional in a crucial Serie A Round 20 match on Friday, July 27th. The game starts at 23:00 GMT. Bahia, in 7th place with 31 points from 19 games, aims to climb higher. Internacional, 13th with 19 points from 14 games, seeks to improve their position. Both teams are eager to win this mid-season match. Bahia wants to surpass expectations, and Internacional hopes for an away win to turn their season around. Bookmakers favor Bahia, but the outcome is uncertain.

Bahia – Form

Bahia’s recent performance has been inconsistent. Their last game, on July 25, 2024, against Atletico GO, ended in a 1:1 draw. This result was unexpected. Before this, they lost 0:1 to Corinthians at home, ending a 21-match scoring run. Their 8-game home win streak was stopped by Cuiaba in a 1:2 defeat, despite a goal from Jean Lucas. These outcomes were surprising.

Internacional – Form

Internacional has struggled away from home, with two losses and a draw in their last three games. They drew 1:1 with Rosario Central on July 24th. Then, they lost 1:0 to Botafogo RJ on July 20th, ending a scoring streak. Their most recent game was another 1:0 loss to Rosario Central. These results were expected, showing Internacional’s inconsistency on the road.

Bahia – Internacional – Head to Head

The last match between Bahia and Internacional was on April 13, 2024. Internacional won 2:1. In their last 10 meetings, Internacional has won 8 times, Bahia once, and one game ended in a draw. Internacional has been dominant. In the last 5 matches, both teams scored in only one game. Bahia has lost 10 of their last 12 games against Internacional. They have struggled to score, with less than 1.5 goals in 5 of their last 6 losses.

Bahia – Internacional – Standings

As Round 20 approaches, Bahia is 7th with 31 points from 19 games. They have scored 28 goals and conceded 23. Internacional is 13th with 19 points from 14 games, scoring and conceding 12 goals. Bahia’s position meets pre-season expectations. Internacional, however, is underperforming. The upcoming game is a chance for Internacional to improve their standing.

Bahia vs Internacional – Top scorers

Everaldo, Bahia’s midfield star, has scored 6 goals this season. Gabriel Teixeira and Thaciano have each scored 4 goals. Jean Lucas and Oscar Estupinan have added 3 goals each. This shows Bahia’s diverse attack. Internacional’s goals are more spread out. Wesley, their midfielder, has 4 goals. Hugo Mallo and Fabricio Bustos, defenders, have scored once, as have midfielders Fernando and Alan Patrick. This indicates a team effort in scoring.

Bahia vs Internacional – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers see Bahia as slight favorites, with odds at 2.05 for a home win. The odds for a draw are 3.25, and for an Internacional win, 3.90. Despite Internacional’s better head-to-head record, their recent form is worrying. Bahia, higher in the table and at home, might have the advantage. Internacional will miss key players like Gabriel Mercado and Enner Valencia due to suspensions.

For alternative bets, the “halftime-fulltime” option with Internacional leading at halftime but Bahia winning by fulltime is at 29.00. The “draw-no-bet” for Bahia offers a refund on a draw at 1.444. The “double-chance” for a Bahia win or draw is at 1.25, providing a safety net for bettors.

Bahia vs Internacional – Over/Under Betting

The odds in the Over/Under market indicate a close match. The ‘Under 2.5′ goals bet is at 1.67, reflecting both teams’ recent scoring trends. The ‘Under 3.5’ at 1.25 is another option, considering their head-to-head history. The ‘Over 2.5’ at 2.15 might appeal to those willing to take a risk, despite recent performances.

Bahia vs Internacional – BTTS Betting

The odds for “BTTS: Yes” are 1.95, and for “BTTS: No,” 1.80. In their last 10 meetings, both teams scored in only 3 matches. Bahia’s recent games saw both teams scoring in 2 out of 5 matches. Internacional had both teams scoring in just 1 of their last 5 games. Considering these trends, “BTTS: No” at 1.80 seems likely for this match.

Bahia vs Internacional – Prediction