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Bahia vs Flamengo Prediction, Tips & Odds

Bahia vs Flamengo

Serie ARegular Season - 31
Bahia
#5 · Serie A
WLLWW
VS
Arena Fonte Nova, El Salvador
Referee: Wilton Sampaio
Flamengo
#1 · Serie A
DWDWD
★ OUR PICK
Both Teams to Score
Both attacks have been productive and both defences leaky — both teams to score carries the edge.
BTTS
1.57
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.54 (implied 64.9%) for Both Teams to Score. Our experts calculate a 67.4% probability (an expert ratio of 1.48). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (67.4% vs 64.9%), driven by both attacks scoring freely while both defences look leaky. That edge makes it our most confident selection for this match.

Match Preview

The model favours Flamengo to win against Bahia, projecting a scoreline of 2-1. Flamengo currently sits at the top of the Serie A standings, having secured 60 points from 28 matches with an impressive record of 18 wins, 6 draws, and 4 losses. Their goal difference of +32 highlights their strong attacking and defensive capabilities, as they have scored 55 goals while conceding only 23. Flamengo's recent form, including four wins in their last five matches, demonstrates their consistency and ability to perform under pressure. On the other hand, Bahia is performing well this season, positioned fifth with 46 points. They have recorded 12 wins, 10 draws, and 6 losses, and their goal difference of +8 indicates a solid but less dominant performance compared to Flamengo. However, Bahia's form has seen a positive shift recently, with four wins in their last five matches, showcasing their potential to challenge stronger opponents. According to the model, Flamengo has a win probability of 55% for this match, with a projected score of 2-1. One caveat to consider is that Bahia's home advantage could play a crucial role, as they have been strong at the Arena Fonte Nova. The full method behind this prediction is detailed in the "How We Reached This Prediction" section, where the in-house model evaluates fixtures through expected goals and actual results across the season.

Betting Predictions

How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.

Match Result
Bahia Win34%3.30
Draw22%3.64
Flamengo Win44%2.05
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: Yes
1.5459.0%

Both attacks have been productive in recent matches, with regular goal-scoring on either side.

Over/Under Goals
Over 2.5 Goals
1.6656.4%

Combined goal output is high (3.7 per game). The over has been the right side more often than not.

Correct Score
Bahia 1-1 Flamengo
6.8314.7%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 14.7% probability.

Asian Handicap
Flamengo -0.0
1.5438%

Flamengo have been the stronger side, winning 65% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
1-1
6.83
14.7%
1-2
8.43
11.9%
0-1
9.29
10.8%
2-1
11.04
9.1%
0-2
11.07
9.1%
2-2
11.79
8.5%

Our model projects a 1-1 draw as the most likely scoreline at 14.7% probability. These six outcomes together cover the bulk of the projected probability for this fixture.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
Bahia
-0.0
2.42
Flamengo
+0.0
1.54
Bahia
-0.5
3.40
Flamengo
+0.5
2.05
Bahia
-1.5
6.50
Flamengo
+1.5
3.50

Lines averaged across 5 bookmakers. Flamengo are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.

Best Betting Odds

Bahia vs Flamengo
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
Marathonbet
3.223.682.031.652.151.552.26
Betfair
3.303.701.95————
Pinnacle
3.263.782.091.652.28——
William Hill
3.103.502.05——1.552.30
Bet365
3.503.502.101.652.201.532.38
1xBet
3.323.802.101.702.211.552.30
Betano
3.503.552.071.722.181.572.30
BetVictor
3.203.602.051.622.121.502.38

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
91.9%
Over 1.5 Goals
78.6%
Over 2.5 Goals
56.4%
Over 3.5 Goals
35.8%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XBahia or Draw
56%1.74
12Bahia or Flamengo
78%1.27
X2Draw or Flamengo
66%1.31

Head to Head

Last 10 Meetings (Flamengo leads 9-1)
1 Bahia0 Draw9 Flamengo
19 Apr
Flamengo
2-0
Bahia
Serie A
Oct 25
Bahia
1-0
Flamengo
Serie A
May 25
Flamengo
1-0
Bahia
Serie A
Oct 24
Bahia
0-2
Flamengo
Serie A
Sept 24
Flamengo
1-0
Bahia
Copa Do Brasil
Aug 24
Bahia
0-1
Flamengo
Copa Do Brasil
Jun 24
Flamengo
2-1
Bahia
Serie A
Sept 23
Flamengo
1-0
Bahia
Serie A
May 23
Bahia
2-3
Flamengo
Serie A
Nov 21
Flamengo
3-0
Bahia
Serie A

In the last 10 encounters between Bahia and Flamengo, Flamengo has won 9 times, while Bahia has secured only 1 victory, with no matches ending in a draw. This record indicates a dominant performance by Flamengo, as they have consistently managed to keep Bahia at bay, often winning by narrow margins, such as 1-0 in five instances. Bahia's sole win came in a tightly contested match with a score of 1-0 in 2025. Flamengo's victories have included a mix of close games and a notable 3-0 win, highlighting their overall control in this rivalry.

Serie A Standings

#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPtsForm
1
Flamengo
30197458253364
WDWWW
2
Palmeiras
30189352223063
WWDWD
3
Atletico Paranaense
30158749351453
WDWDL
4
Fluminense
30149748371151
LWWLW
5
Bahia
30131074436849
WLLWW
6
Cruzeiro
30146104644248
LWWLW
19
Remo
30510153348-1525
DDLLL
20
Chapecoense-sc
2939173061-3118
LLDLW
20
Chapecoense B
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Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
BahiaHome
7W6D2L
15 playedGF 23 · GA 141.80 pts/game
FlamengoAway
8W4D3L
15 playedGF 29 · GA 151.87 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
BahiaFlamengo
1.59Goals p.g.2.12
1.33Goals conceded p.g.0.8
23%Clean sheets43%
44%Win rate65%
2.92Avg goals in match2.92
2.04xG per game1.83
0.32xGA per game-0.32
53%Possession %56%
4.1Shots on target / game5.4
4.7Corners per game6.4
Bahia
Recent Form

Bahia have won 11 of their last 20 matches at home, drawing 6 and losing 3. Their recent home fixtures include beat Mirassol 1-0 and beat Remo 2-1.

Overall, the wider run reads 17W 11D 11L from the last 39 games (44% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: BahiaAll competitions
11 Oct
Bahia
1-0
Mirassol
Serie A
09 Oct
Palmeiras
1-0
Bahia
Serie A
20 Sept
Atletico Paranaense
2-1
Bahia
Serie A
14 Sept
Bahia
2-1
Remo
Serie A
05 Sept
RB Bragantino
2-3
Bahia
Serie A
30 Aug
Bahia
3-2
Internacional
Serie A
17
Win
44%
11
Draw
28%
11
Lost
28%
Flamengo
Recent Form

Flamengo have won 14 of their last 26 matches on the road, drawing 8 and losing 4. Their recent away fixtures include drew with Flamengo 0-0 and drew with Santos 2-2.

Overall, the wider run reads 33W 12D 6L from the last 51 games (65% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: FlamengoAll competitions
16 Oct
Estudiantes L.P.
0-0
Flamengo
CONMEBOL Libertadores
11 Oct
Flamengo
1-0
Fluminense
Serie A
08 Oct
Santos
2-2
Flamengo
Serie A
20 Sept
Flamengo
2-1
RB Bragantino
Serie A
18 Sept
Flamengo
1-1
Independiente del Valle
CONMEBOL Libertadores
13 Sept
Flamengo
2-1
Corinthians
Serie A
33
Win
65%
12
Draw
24%
6
Lost
12%

Lineups

📋

Lineups not yet announced

Starting lineups are usually confirmed approximately 1 hour before kick-off.

Unavailable Players

5 players

Bahia1

✕Leo Vieira
Missing FixtureKnee Injury

Flamengo4

✕Ayrton Lucas
Missing FixtureThigh Injury
✕Danilo
Missing FixtureInactive
✕Evertton Araujo
Missing FixtureThigh Injury
✕G. de Arrascaeta
Missing FixtureWrist Injury

Betting Strategy

High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.

High Probability
Over 2.5 Goals1.66 (56.4%)
Both Teams Score1.54 (59%)
Value Bets
Bahia Win3.30 (34.1%)
Flamengo Win2.05 (43.9%)
Under 2.5 Goals2.19 (43.6%)
BTTS No2.32 (41%)
Speculative
Draw3.64 (22.1%)

Yellow Card Prediction

Wilton Sampaio has averaged 4.0 yellow cards per match across 2 recent fixtures we have data for. Our pick is over 3.5 yellow cards at 1.85.

Corner Prediction

Bahia have averaged 4.7 corners per match at home; Flamengo 6.4 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 6.6 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.

Player Stats Bet

Flamengo have generated 1.83 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 65% of them. They put 5.4 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. Flamengo player to score or assist at 1.55 looks well supported by the data.

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OUR PREDICTION
Both Teams to Score Yes

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The Daily Punt Analysis Team

Data-driven football predictions and betting tips

This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.

Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.