In an exhilarating clash for matchday 33 of the Brasileirao, Internacional and Bahia battled to a 2-2 draw at the Beira-Rio stadium. Vitinho, Internacional’s star striker, netted twice, giving his team a lead with goals at the 24-minute mark of the first half and 3 minutes into the second half. However, Bahia displayed resilience and clawed back into the match.
Willian José initiated Bahia’s comeback with a powerful shot just 14 minutes into the second half, after receiving a pass from Ademir. His precise strike found the bottom left corner, leaving the goalkeeper with no chance. The equalizer came from Tiago, who skillfully sealed the final score in the 48th minute of the second half.
Both teams had opportunities to change the scoreline, but Willian José and Richard’s attempts hit the woodwork.
Tiago was instrumental for Bahia, contributing significantly to the match with a goal, while Vitinho was a highlight for Internacional with his two goals and four shots on target.
Internacional’s coach, Ramón Díaz, deployed a 3-4-3 formation with Ivan Quaresma in goal, Vitão, Gabriel Mercado, and Alexandro Bernabei in defense, complemented by Bruno Gomes, Thiago Maia, Luis Otávio, and Alan Patrick in midfield, while Vitinho, Johan Carbonero, and Rafael Santos Borré led the attack.
On the other hand, Bahia, managed by Rogério Ceni, opted for a 4-3-3 setup with Ronaldo in goal; Santiago Arias, Santiago Ramos Mingo, David Duarte, and Luciano Juba forming the defense; Jean Lucas, Erick Carvalho, and Michel Araujo in midfield; and Ademir, Willian José, and Erick Pulga in attack.
The referee for this exciting encounter was Lucas Torezin.
As for the upcoming fixtures, Internacional will face Ceará next, while Bahia will host Fortaleza. Following this match, Internacional remains in 15th place with 37 points, while Bahia holds onto 5th place with a total of 53 points in the league standings.
Substitutions for Internacional
72’ 2T – Rafael Santos Borré replaced by Alan Rodríguez and Thiago Maia substituted for Richard.
77’ 2T – Vitinho was substituted off for Gustavo Prado.
83’ 2T – Alan Patrick left the pitch for Óscar Romero.
Yellow Cards for Internacional:
27’ 1T Luis Otávio, 16’ 2T Thiago Maia, and 24’ 2T Johan Carbonero.
Substitutions for Bahia
57’ 2T – Michel Araujo was replaced by Éverton Ribeiro and Luciano Juba by Iago.
74’ 2T – Erick Carvalho was substituted for Nicolás Acevedo.
75’ 2T – Erick Pulga left the game for Tiago.
81’ 2T – Ademir was replaced by Cauly.
Yellow Cards for Bahia:
33’ 1T Michel Araujo and 34’ 2T Iago.