Bahia vs Vitoria – Match Preview

The 22nd round of Serie A brings an eagerly awaited clash as Bahia hosts Vitoria. This intense battle is scheduled for August 11th, kicking off at 19:00 GMT. Bahia, currently 7th with 32 points, aims to use their home advantage to climb the standings. Vitoria, in 15th place with 21 points, seeks a vital win to avoid the relegation zone. With both teams fighting for pride, and odds favoring Bahia, the pressure is on them to meet pre-season expectations. Vitoria, however, is determined to defy the odds and improve their league position.

Bahia – Form

Bahia’s recent performances have been inconsistent. Their last game on August 7th, 2024, ended in a 1:0 win against Botafogo RJ in the Cup. This result matched the bookmakers’ predictions. Before this, they had a 1:1 draw with Internacional on July 27th in Serie A. David Duarte’s early goal was equalized by Internacional’s Rafael Santos Borre. Their July 25th match against Atletico GO also ended in a 1:1 draw. Jean Lucas scored late to earn Bahia a point.

Vitoria – Form

Vitoria’s recent away performances have shown variability. On August 3, they won 1-0 against Cuiaba at home, with Wagner Leonardo scoring the only goal. This win was expected, as Vitoria was slightly favored. Their 2-0 victory over Palmeiras on July 27 defied the odds, thanks to goals from Osvaldo and Matheusinho. Their July 24 match against Flamengo ended in a 1-2 loss, with no clear favorite before the match. Bookmakers had accurately predicted all three outcomes.

Bahia – Vitoria – Head to Head

The last match between Bahia and Vitoria was on April 21, 2024. It ended in a 2:2 draw in Serie A. In their last 10 matches, Bahia has won 3 times, and Vitoria has won 2. This gives Bahia a slight advantage in recent matchups. In the last 5 games, both teams scored every time, showing their offensive capabilities. Bahia has a strong home record against Vitoria, not losing 12 of their last 13 matches. They have scored in their last 8 encounters. Also, in 19 of the last 21 home matches against Vitoria, there were fewer than 3.5 goals.

Bahia – Vitoria – Standings

As the 22nd round approaches, Bahia is in 7th place with 32 points from 21 matches. They have a solid goal difference, scoring 29 and conceding 25. This performance is in line with, or slightly above, preseason expectations. Vitoria is in 15th place with 21 points. Their goal difference is -9, placing them close to the relegation zone. This is below the more optimistic preseason predictions. An 11-point gap separates the two teams, highlighting the difference in their campaigns.

Bahia vs Vitoria – Top scorers

Bahia’s midfield is crucial to their scoring, with Everaldo leading with 6 goals. Gabriel Teixeira and Thaciano have each added 4 goals. Jean Lucas and Caio Alexandre have also been key, scoring 3 and 2 goals, respectively. Vitoria has a more varied set of scorers. Willian, a midfielder, leads with 5 goals. Wagner Leonardo, a defender, has scored 3 times, as have Matheusinho and Alerrandro. Lucas Esteves has contributed one goal, showing Vitoria’s scoring diversity.

Bahia vs Vitoria – Full-Time Betting

Bookmakers favor Bahia with odds of 1.65 for a home win. Vitoria stands at 5.50 for an away win, with a draw at 3.80. Bahia’s better standing and head-to-head record, along with Vitoria’s away struggles, influence these odds. However, bettors should note Bahia’s recent form, which includes matches without a win. The “halftime-fulltime” bet offers odds of 2.25 for Bahia leading at half-time and winning at full-time. “Draw-no-bet” for Bahia is at 1.25, providing a safeguard against a draw. The “double-chance” bet for a Bahia win or draw is at 1.143, appealing to those seeking lower risk.

Bahia vs Vitoria – Over/Under Betting

The Over/Under market offers interesting options for this match. Historical data shows a trend of fewer than 3.5 goals in most encounters at Bahia’s home. The odds for “Under 3.5” goals are at 1.30. Bahia’s recent matches have seen them score 29 and concede 25 in 21 games. Vitoria’s defense has allowed 32 goals. Yet, both teams have scored in their last six meetings. This makes the “Over 2.5” goals option, at odds of 2.00, attractive for those expecting a continuation of this scoring trend.

Bahia vs Vitoria – BTTS Betting

The odds for “Both Teams to Score” are 1.95 for ‘Yes’ and 1.80 for ‘No’. The last six encounters saw both teams scoring, indicating a trend. Bahia’s recent home matches have seen fewer goals, making ‘No’ a viable option. However, Vitoria’s ability to score away from home suggests ‘Yes’ at 1.95 could be the more likely outcome for this fixture.

Bahia vs Vitoria – Prediction