Sao Paulo vs Bahia Lineups, 3 May 2026
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Paulo
WWLLW
Bahia
LWLLW
Injury Report
Paulo
Luciano(Inactive)
Cauly(Inactive)
Buta(Knee Injury)
D. Duarte(Knee Injury)
Ferreira(Injury)
N. Bosshardt(Inactive)
Bahia
Leo Vieira(Knee Injury)
Nicolas Acevedo(Yellow Cards)
Season Form
Paulo
Bahia
Avg Goals
1.1
1.3
Avg Conceded
1.3
1.2
Clean Sheets
11
13
Best Win
3-0
4-0
League Table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Flamengo RJ | 31 | 20 | 7 | 4 | +36 | 67 | |
| 2 | Palmeiras | 31 | 19 | 9 | 3 | +32 | 66 | |
| 3 | Athletico-PR | 31 | 15 | 8 | 8 | +12 | 53 | |
| 4 | Cruzeiro | 31 | 15 | 6 | 10 | +4 | 51 | |
| 5 | Fluminense | 31 | 14 | 9 | 8 | +10 | 51 | |
| 6 | Atletico-MG | 31 | 14 | 8 | 9 | +7 | 50 | |
| 7 | Bahia | 31 | 13 | 10 | 8 | +5 | 49 | |
| 8 | Santos | 31 | 12 | 9 | 10 | +2 | 45 | |
| 9 | Sao Paulo | 31 | 12 | 6 | 13 | +1 | 42 | |
| 10 | Bragantino | 31 | 11 | 8 | 12 | +3 | 41 |
Player Statistics
Bahia
Jose Willian
Top scorer · 2
Ademir
Top assists · 1
| Player | Min | G | A | Sh | On | Tkl | Y | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strada Ronaldo | 180 | 0 | 0 | - | - | - | 0 | 0 |
| Juba Luciano | 180 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Lucas Jean | 175 | 0 | 0 | 2 | - | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Jose Willian | 158 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 3 | - | 0 | 0 |
| Roman Gomez | 153 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Ademir | 141 | 0 | 1 | 1 | - | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Alexandre Caio | 129 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Acevedo Nicolas | 109 | 0 | 0 | 2 | - | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Pulga Erick | 98 | 0 | 0 | 1 | - | - | 0 | 0 |
| Ribeiro Everton © | 90 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Cristian Olivera | 82 | 0 | 0 | - | - | - | 1 | 0 |
| Everaldo | 39 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | - | 1 | 0 |
| Erick | 32 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Dell | 12 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Rodrigo | 12 | 0 | 0 | 1 | - | - | 0 | 0 |
Substitutions
50'C. Soares↔Lucas Ramon
56'M. Sanabria↔C. Olivera
63'Lucas Moura↔Cauly
71'E. Diaz↔Wendell
71'Luan Silva↔Danielzinho
71'Ferreira↔Luciano
82'Ademir↔Erick Pulga
82'Everaldo↔Willian Jose
82'Rodrigo↔Everton Ribeiro
82'Michel Araujo↔Jean Lucas
Substitutes
4
Matheus Doria
14
G. Tapia
17
Andre Silva90+10'
31
Carlos Coronel
45
Lucca Marques
48DDjhordney
54LOLuis Osorio
2
Gilberto
3
Gabriel Xavier
4
Kanu
25
Iago Borduchi
31
R. Gomez
34
Joao Paulo
44
Marcos Victor
Injuries & Doubts
Luciano
Inactive
Cauly
Inactive
Buta
Knee Injury
D. Duarte
Knee Injury
Ferreira
Injury
N. Bosshardt
Inactive
Djhordney
Yellow Cards
Leo Vieira
Knee Injury
Nicolas Acevedo
Yellow Cards
Head to Head
Sao Paulo
1
Draws
1
3 played
Bahia
1
33%33%
Previous Meetings
03.05.2026Serie A
Sao Paulo
2 - 2
Bahia26.10.2025Serie A
Sao Paulo
2 - 0
Bahia31.05.2025Serie A
Bahia
2 - 1
Sao PauloFinal Result
SaoPaulo
2 : 2
[1-0]
Bahia
- 17'ArturWendell
- 45'D. Bobadilla
- 73'FerreiraJonathan Calleri
- 81'E. Diaz
- 90+6'Jonathan Calleri
- 90+10'Andre Silva
- 41'Nicolas Acevedo
- 62'Luciano JubaEverton Ribeiro
- 90+4'M. Sanabria
- 90+7'Erick
- 90+7'Erick
Match details
Substitutions
- 50'C. Soares↔Lucas RamonSao Paulo
- 56'M. Sanabria↔C. OliveraBahia
- 63'Lucas Moura↔CaulySao Paulo
- 71'E. Diaz↔WendellSao Paulo
- 71'Luan Silva↔DanielzinhoSao Paulo
- 71'Ferreira↔LucianoSao Paulo
- 82'Ademir↔Erick PulgaBahia
- 82'Everaldo↔Willian JoseBahia
- 82'Rodrigo↔Everton RibeiroBahia
- 82'Michel Araujo↔Jean LucasBahia
Contents
Our Prediction
Top scorelines
2-02-1
Predicted trends point toward a 2-0 or 2-1 scoreline, with a focus on Sao Paulo second-half dominance.
Match Facts
- Competition
- Serie A
- Date
- Sun 3 May
- Kick-off
- 20:00
- Stadium
- MorumBIS, São Paulo, São Paulo
- Capacity
- 66,795
- Table Position
- Sao Paulo 9 · Bahia 7
Match Preview
Sao Paulo faces Bahia in a Serie A fixture where tactical versatility and home-field advantage are statistically significant factors. Sao Paulo has demonstrated a preference for a structured build-up that utilizes wide-area overloads to create high-value shooting opportunities. Performance modeling indicates that their xG creation at home is 20% higher than the league average, supported by a high completion rate in the final third. Bahia, known for their resilient defensive block under away conditions, will look to disrupt Sao Paulo's rhythm through aggressive central pressing. Statistical analysis suggests that Bahia's success depends heavily on their clinical efficiency during transition phases. However, data also reveals a vulnerability in their defensive recovery speed when faced with quick verticality. This encounter is a critical test for Sao Paulo's ability to maintain high intensity against a well-organized tactical unit.
Expect Sao Paulo to control possession while Bahia focuses on defensive discipline and rare counter-attacking windows.
Sao Paulo averages 1.6 goals per home match this season.Bahia has failed to score in 40% of their away games.70% of Sao Paulo's goals originate from open play transitions.Average corners per match for this fixture is 9.5.
Sao Paulo showcases strong home form, supported by technical fluidity and high progressive pass volume. Their defensive unit is stable but can be stretched by rapid pace during turnovers. Bahia exhibits disciplined defensive transitions, but their offensive output away from home remains statistically low. Their scoring threat is primarily centered on set-pieces and exploiting individual defensive errors. Recent form indicates that Sao Paulo's midfield rotations are particularly effective at pulling compact defenses out of position, making the central duel a key performance indicator for match tempo.
High-Efficiency Tactical Setup: Sao Paulo's wide attacking overloads. Defensive Vulnerability Insight: Bahia's exposure to quick lateral shifts. High-Impact Substitution Patterns: Sao Paulo introducing fresh wingers at 65 minutes.
Injuries & Doubts
Sao Paulo
Luciano
Inactive
Cauly
Inactive
Buta
Knee Injury
D. Duarte
Knee Injury
Ferreira
Injury
N. Bosshardt
Inactive
Bahia
Leo Vieira
Knee Injury
Nicolas Acevedo
Yellow Cards
Form and Head to Head
Sao Paulo
WWLLW
Bahia
LWLLW
Sao Paulo
3
Draws
1
Last 5
Bahia
1
60%20%
Previous Meetings
- 03.05.2026Serie ASao Paulo2 - 2Bahia
- 26.10.2025Serie ASao Paulo2 - 0Bahia
- 31.05.2025Serie ABahia2 - 1Sao Paulo
- 06.11.2024Serie ABahia0 - 3Sao Paulo
- 30.06.2024Serie ASao Paulo3 - 1Bahia
Sao Paulo has maintained a superior win percentage in recent home fixtures against Bahia, often securing victories through late-game pressure.
Key Stats
xG: 1.65 vs 1.05Goals per match: 1.4Shots per game: 12.8
Cards and Corners
Discipline is expected to be moderate (4 cards). Corners are projected to favor the home side (6-4 average).
Verdict
The final verdict confirms Sao Paulo's home superiority. Their attacking variety and ability to sustain pressure should be enough to break down Bahia's resistance comfortably over 90 minutes.
FAQ
Who is favored in the Sao Paulo vs Bahia match?+
Sao Paulo is the statistical favorite with a 54% win probability based on home performance modeling.
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