Bahia vs Flamengo prediction: teams form analysis, possible lineups on October 19, 2026
Serie A Brazil
On October 19, 2026, Bahia and Flamengo will face each other in the 31st round of Brazil's Serie A. The visitors will be looking to claim another victory even against a current opponent of considerable strength.
Bahia vs Flamengo: team news and expert analysis
The Salvador-based club finished seventh last season with 60 points. That earned them a place in the Copa Libertadores qualifying round, but the Brazilians were beaten by O'Higgins. They have improved domestically, however, and could still finish as high as third — their winning streak was halted at the worst possible time by a 1-2 defeat to Atlético Paranaense. They then also lost to Palmeiras, but bounced back by beating Mirassol.
The Rio de Janeiro giants endured a poor start to the new season after a triumphant previous campaign that brought them victories in Serie A and the Copa Libertadores. However, following a change of manager, they rediscovered their form and moved to the top of the Brasileirão, although they were knocked out of the cup in May. In the latest round, they also defeated Fluminense. Meanwhile, in the Copa Libertadores, the defending champions have reached the semifinals, drawing 0-0 with Estudiantes in the first leg.
Rogério Ceni's side score an average of 1.47 goals per match and concede 1.2. The champions' current numbers are strong: 1.93 goals scored and 0.83 conceded per game.
Previous matches: Bahia vs Flamengo
A year ago, the hosts ended a long losing streak with a victory. However, they suffered another defeat in April, losing 0-2.
The visitors are targeting nothing but a win. However, considering their frequent slip-ups in recent matches, the safer option is to back them with a draw-no-bet handicap of "0" (odds – 1.60).
Bahia vs Flamengo: key statistics and trends
- Bahia have won five of their last seven matches
- 63% of Bahia's matches feature goals from both teams, and the average total goals per game is 2.67
- Flamengo have won seven of their last ten matches
- 50% of Flamengo's matches feature goals from both teams, and the average total goals per game is 2.77
Bahia vs Flamengo: possible starting lineups
Bahia play in a 4-3-3 formation (possible lineup): Ronaldo Strada - Luciano, Kanu, David, Marcos Victor - Rodrigo Nestor, Nicolás Acevedo, Erick - Erick Pulga, Alejo Véliz, Ademir Santos
Flamengo play in a 4-2-3-1 formation (possible lineup): Rossi - Ayrton Dantas, Léo Pereira, Léo Ortiz, Varela - Saúl Ñíguez, Jorginho - Carrascal, Giorgian de Arrascaeta, Plata - Pedro Abreu
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