Bahia showcased their supremacy in the match held at Fonte Nova, clinching an emphatic triumph of 4-0 against Grêmio on matchday 29 of the Brasileirao. Demonstrating skill and resolve, Rogério Ceni’s squad delivered an unforgettable performance that set the tone early, with a shot from Iago finding the net in the 3rd minute of the match.
Grêmio struggled to respond effectively, as Bahia quickly extended their lead with a goal from Willian José in the 9th minute and a header by David Duarte in the 56th minute of the second half. The final blow came from Kayky, who scored in the 47th minute of the second half to seal the score at 4-0.
David Duarte stood out as the game’s most notable player, contributing significantly with one goal. Willian José also shined at the Fonte Nova, having netted one goal and registering two shots on target throughout the match.
Coach Rogério Ceni opted for a 4-3-3 formation for Bahia, with Ronaldo as goalkeeper; a defensive line comprising Gilberto, Santiago Ramos Mingo, Iago, and David Duarte; and a midfield featuring Jean Lucas, Michel Araujo, and Nicolás Acevedo, while Ademir, Willian José, and Tiago led the attack.
On the other hand, Grêmio, managed by Luiz Venker Menezes, lined up in a 4-3-3 formation as well, with Gabriel Grando in goal; Walter Kannemann, Marcos Rocha, Marlon, and Gustavo Martins in defense; Gustavo Cuéllar, Edenílson, and Erick Noriega in midfield; as Cristian Pavón, Alexander Aravena, and Carlos Vinicius formed their attack.
The match, overseen by referee Raphael Claus, saw Bahia climb to 46 points, occupying the sixth spot in the league, while Grêmio remained at 36 points, standing at the twelfth position.
Substitutions for Bahia
67’ 2T – Jean Lucas off for Rodrigo Nestor, Tiago off for Kayky, and Ademir off for Mateo Sanabria. 73’ 2T – Michel Araujo off for Cauly. 81’ 2T – Willian José off for Ruan Pablo.
Yellow Cards for Bahia:
35’ 2T Iago and 44’ 2T Ruan Pablo.
Substitutions for Grêmio
17’ 1T – Marcos Rocha off for Camilo Reijers. 45’ 2T – Alexander Aravena off for Francis Amuzu. 62’ 2T – Cristian Pavón off for Cristian Olivera and Gustavo Cuéllar off for Franco Cristaldo. 78’ 2T – Erick Noriega off for João Lucas.
Yellow Card for Grêmio:
19’ 2T Camilo Reijers.
Looking ahead, Bahia will face Internacional at home in their next match, while Grêmio will host Juventude.