Bahia showcased a stellar performance as they overwhelmed RB Bragantino with a convincing 3-0 win in the 12th round of the Brasileirao. The goals for the visitors were netted by Luciano Juba (39’ 1T), Michel Araujo (28’ 2T), and an own goal by Guilherme Lopes (51’ 1T).
Luciano Juba was the standout player of the match, making a significant impact not only by scoring but also through his overall defensive play.
Michel Araujo also shone brightly, demonstrating his skills with a well-timed goal, adding to Bahia’s lead.
RB Bragantino’s coach, Fernando Seabra, opted for a 4-5-1 formation, positioning Cleiton in goal; with José Hurtado, Pedro Henrique, Guzmán Rodriguez, and Guilherme Lopes forming the defense; Gabriel, Eric Ramires, Vinicinho, Jhon Jhon, and Lucas Barbosa in midfield; and Eduardo Sasha leading the attack.
Meanwhile, Bahia’s Rogério Ceni deployed a 4-3-3 setup featuring Marcos Felipe as goalkeeper; Gilberto, David Duarte, Santiago Ramos Mingo, and Luciano Juba in defense; Éverton Ribeiro, Caio Alexandre, and Jean Lucas in midfield; and Ademir, Erick Pulga, and Willian José up front.
The match was officiated by Lucas Torezin at the Cícero de Souza Marques Stadium.
Looking ahead, RB Bragantino will face Corinthians away from home in the next round, while Bahia will host Atlético Mineiro.
This result leaves RB Bragantino with 23 points in the league, occupying the third position, while Bahia rises to fifth place with 21 points.
Substitutions for RB Bragantino
0’ 1T – Isidro Pitta replaced
13’ 1T – Vinicinho replaced by Nathan Mendes
45’ 2T – Lucas Barbosa replaced by Eduardo Santos
65’ 2T – Eric Ramires replaced by Matheus Fernandes
76’ 2T – Jhon Jhon replaced by Fabinho
Yellow cards for RB Bragantino:
42’ 1T Jhon Jhon (Insulting or dissenting the referee) and 43’ 1T Eduardo Sasha (Insulting or dissenting the referee)
Red card for RB Bragantino:
10’ 1T José Hurtado (Direct red)
Substitutions for Bahia
64’ 2T – Éverton Ribeiro replaced by Michel Araujo, Willian José replaced by Tiago, and Gilberto replaced by Santiago Arias
71’ 2T – Ademir replaced by Kayky
77’ 2T – Jean Lucas replaced by Cauly
Yellow cards for Bahia:
52’ 1T Willian José (Insulting or dissenting the referee) and 27’ 2T Luciano Juba (Unsportsmanlike conduct)