Serie A Regular Season - 2
Bahia 1 - 1 FT Fluminense
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
John Kennedy (Nonato) 20'
HT
Nonato 53'
↓ Nonato ↑F. Bernal 60'
62' ↓ Nicolas Acevedo ↑Caio Alexandre
62' ↓ Jean Lucas ↑Erick
62' ↓ Erick Pulga ↑C. Olivera
Jemmes 66'
69' ↓ Ademir ↑M. Sanabria
78' C. Olivera
↓ L. Acosta ↑PH Ganso 79'
↓ K. Serna ↑S. Moreno 79'
80' ↓ Willian Jose ↑Dell
86' Dell
88' Dell
↓ Rene ↑Guilherme Arana 89'
↓ Martinelli ↑Lima 89'
Lima 90'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Bahia
Goalkeepers
Ronaldo Strada 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
100
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Gilberto 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
David Duarte 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
49%
Pass Acc
S. Ramos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
100
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Luciano Juba 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
Everton Ribeiro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
100
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nicolas Acevedo
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Jean Lucas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
62
Total Mins
62
Entry
Forwards
Ademir
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Willian Jose
LATE SHIFT
10
Late Mins
10
Late Mins
80
Total Mins
80
Entry
Erick Pulga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
62
Total Mins
62
Entry
BENCH
Joao Paulo 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
R. Gomez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gabriel Xavier
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kanu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Iago Borduchi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rezende
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Caio Alexandre
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
38
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Erick
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
38
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rodrigo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Sanabria
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Olivera 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Dell 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
1
Fouls
5
Rating
Fluminense
Goalkeepers
Fabio
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
100
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Samuel Xavier 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
88%
Duel Win %
Jemmes
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
57%
Duel Win %
J. Freytes 
MAGNET
74
Activity
74
Activity
67
Passes
7
Duels
Rene
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
8
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
Nonato
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
41%
Pass Acc
Martinelli
MAGNET
66
Activity
66
Activity
54
Passes
12
Duels
A. Canobbio
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
L. Acosta
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
K. Serna
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Forwards
John Kennedy 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
BENCH
Vitor Eudes
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Ignacio
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Guilherme Arana
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Igor Rabello
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Guga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Bernal
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
40
Total Mins
Started
Entry
PH Ganso
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lima
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Otavio
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Moreno
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matheus Reis
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Wesley Nata
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/07/2025 | Fluminense | 2 - 0 | Bahia | Serie A | Estádio do Maracanã |
| 09/10/2025 | Fluminense | 2 - 0 | Bahia | Copa Do Brasil | Estadio Jornalista Mário Filho |
| 08/28/2025 | Bahia | 1 - 0 | Fluminense | Copa Do Brasil | Arena Fonte Nova |
| 08/10/2025 | Bahia | 3 - 3 | Fluminense | Serie A | Arena Fonte Nova |
| 08/04/2024 | Fluminense | 1 - 0 | Bahia | Serie A | Estadio Jornalista Mário Filho |
| 04/17/2024 | Bahia | 2 - 1 | Fluminense | Serie A | Arena Fonte Nova |
| 10/31/2023 | Bahia | 1 - 0 | Fluminense | Serie A | Arena Fonte Nova |
| 06/24/2023 | Fluminense | 2 - 1 | Bahia | Serie A | Estadio Jornalista Mário Filho |
| 12/05/2021 | Bahia | 2 - 0 | Fluminense | Serie A | Arena Fonte Nova |
12/07/2025
09/10/2025
08/28/2025
08/10/2025
08/04/2024
04/17/2024
10/31/2023
06/24/2023
12/05/2021
Bahia Win
Fluminense Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +4
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -2
P: 2 GD: -5
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Palmeiras | 11 | 26 | 21 | 10 | +11 | |
| 2 | Fluminense | 12 | 23 | 21 | 15 | +6 | |
| 3 | Flamengo | 10 | 20 | 18 | 10 | +8 | |
| 4 | Sao Paulo | 12 | 20 | 16 | 11 | +5 | |
| 5 | Bahia | 10 | 20 | 15 | 10 | +5 | |
| 6 | Atletico Paranaense | 11 | 19 | 17 | 13 | +4 | |
| 7 | Coritiba | 12 | 19 | 15 | 12 | +3 | |
| 8 | Botafogo | 11 | 16 | 22 | 22 | 0 | |
| 9 | Vasco DA Gama | 12 | 16 | 18 | 18 | 0 | |
| 10 | Vitoria | 11 | 15 | 11 | 14 | -3 | |
| 11 | Atletico-MG | 12 | 14 | 14 | 15 | -1 | |
| 12 | RB Bragantino | 11 | 14 | 11 | 12 | -1 | |
| 13 | Gremio | 12 | 13 | 14 | 16 | -2 | |
| 14 | Internacional | 12 | 13 | 10 | 12 | -2 | |
| 15 | Santos | 12 | 13 | 16 | 19 | -3 | |
| 16 | Cruzeiro | 12 | 13 | 16 | 21 | -5 | |
| 17 | Corinthians | 12 | 12 | 8 | 11 | -3 | |
| 18 | Mirassol | 11 | 9 | 13 | 17 | -4 | |
| 19 | Remo | 11 | 8 | 11 | 18 | -7 | |
| 20 | Chapecoense-sc | 11 | 8 | 11 | 22 | -11 |
P: 11 GD: +11
P: 12 GD: +6
P: 10 GD: +8
P: 12 GD: +5
P: 10 GD: +5
P: 11 GD: +4
P: 12 GD: +3
P: 11 GD: 0
P: 12 GD: 0
P: 11 GD: -3
P: 12 GD: -1
P: 11 GD: -1
P: 12 GD: -2
P: 12 GD: -2
P: 12 GD: -3
P: 12 GD: -5
P: 12 GD: -3
P: 11 GD: -4
P: 11 GD: -7
P: 11 GD: -11
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Stalemate and Late Drama at Arena Fonte Nova
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 70/100. A high-stakes clash between two top-six contenders ended in a shared point and a late disciplinary storm that halted Bahia's momentum.
Carioca Control and Kennedy's Clinical Edge
The match at Arena Fonte Nova opened with Fluminense establishing a sophisticated tactical rhythm, controlling 58% of possession in a display of technical superiority. The visitors were patient, moving the ball with an 88% pass accuracy that eventually carved open the hosts. In the 20th minute, the breakthrough arrived: Nonato displayed excellent vision to find John Kennedy, who finished with the composure of a seasoned predator. A Balance score of 4.6 reflected the initial tactical standoff, where Bahia struggled to gain a foothold despite the roaring home support. Fluminense's ability to dictate the tempo suggested a dominant evening for the visitors, leaving the home side searching for answers in a congested midfield.
Bahia’s Barrage and the Super-Sub Factor
The narrative shifted dramatically after the interval as the home side unleashed a barrage of 19 shots. The Intensity rating of 9.4 was justified by the relentless pressure applied to the Fluminense backline. Bahia defender David Duarte was instrumental, providing a bedrock for the attack while maintaining defensive solidity. The turning point came from the bench; C. Olivera was introduced to inject pace and directness, and he did exactly that in the 78th minute. Pouncing on a defensive lapse, Olivera hammered home the equaliser, rewarding the hosts for their persistent offensive volume. The stadium was transformed into a cauldron of noise as the Stakes of this six-pointer reached fever pitch.
VAR Intervention and the Final Stand
Just as the momentum seemed to be swinging decisively in favour of the hosts, the match took a sharp disciplinary turn. In the 86th minute, a heavy challenge from Dell caught the eye of the VAR officials. Following a tense review on the pitchside monitor, the referee upgraded the initial card to a straight red in the 88th minute. This forced a sudden tactical retreat for Bahia, who had to abandon their pursuit of a winner to ensure they didn't leave empty-handed. The 1-1 draw leaves both clubs level on four points in the Serie A standings, maintaining their identical unbeaten starts to the campaign. While neither manager will be entirely satisfied, the draw preserves local pride and keeps both firmly in the continental qualification conversation.
Key Questions
How did the red card for Dell impact the match?
Dell's 88th-minute dismissal killed Bahia's momentum, forcing them to stop their late attacking surge to protect the draw with ten men.
What does this mean for Bahia's season?
Bahia remains in 5th place, keeping pace with the top four and extending their unbeaten run to start the new campaign.
How did Nonato change the game?
Nonato was the architect of Fluminense's lead, providing the crucial assist for John Kennedy and maintaining control of the match's tempo.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
High-Stakes Summit Clash at Fonte Nova
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 50/100. Tied on points and chasing the Serie A summit, this is a genuine six-pointer that will severely test the title credentials of both sides.
The Setup
The February 05, 2026 clash at the Arena Fonte Nova sees Bahia defending their turf against second-placed Fluminense. A massive Stakes rating underscores exactly what is on the line here—winner takes all momentum in the top four. The visitors arrive with a stronger Form rating, boasting an unbeaten streak that gives them confidence on the road. Bahia's stuttering recent record leaves questions unanswered about their consistency. However, the hosts remain narrow favorites in what our Balance indicators suggest will be a tightly contested physical affair. Both squads are heavily relying on their Stars to crack open organized defensive units, knowing a single mistake could surrender vital ground in the title race.
Key Battle
The creative burden lies squarely on two key individuals. Ademir offers the hosts relentless wide pressure and direct running, vital for bypassing the visitor's midfield block. His explosive bursts down the wing are exactly what the home side needs to stretch the game and push defenders onto their back foot. He goes head-to-head against the undisputed playmaker for Fluminense, Luciano Acosta. If the visitors are to dictate the tempo and thread final-third passes, their Argentine maestro must be afforded time and space—something the home midfield will be absolutely desperate to deny.
Our Prediction
We expect a 2-1 victory for Bahia. The home crowd advantage will push them over the line in a gritty, high-intensity contest. Fluminense will likely dominate early possession and force the issue through the middle, but Bahia's blistering counter-attacks should prove decisive. Look for a late transitional goal to settle the tie in the latter stages of the second half.