Fortaleza EC
Football Brazilian Série A Sun 20 Jul 03:00
EC Bahia
  1. Prediction
  2. Odds
  3. Stats
  4. Team News
  5. Lineups
  6. Injuries
  7. Squads
  8. Table

Série A Betting Preview: Fortaleza vs Bahia

Fortaleza host Bahia in this Brazilian Série A match, with kick-off set for 03:00 on Sunday 20 July. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

Bahia Worth Backing

We think that Bahia 0.0 looks like the best bet to have against Fortaleza. The Asian Handicap odds of 1.93 looks really appealing, with money refunded if the game is drawn.

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Fortaleza 4-1 Victors When Teams Met Last

Fortaleza have lost their last five games, most recently suffering a 1-0 home defeat to Ceará. The Lion of the Pici enjoyed 60% possession, but were unable to manage a shot on target.

Bahia have won three on the spin after recently recording a 2-1 home victory over Atlético Mineiro. The Salvador club enjoyed 47% possession and five shots on goal, with Luciano Juba and Michel Araujo both on target.

Four days ago, Bahia hosted América de Cali in the Copa Sudamericana and drew 0-0.

Head-to-Head Statistics

It was a 4-1 home victory for Fortaleza when they last faced Bahia. Bahia have won five of the previous 10 H2H meetings, with Fortaleza getting three victories along with two draws.

Série A G W D L GF GA GD GD P
6 Bahia logo Bahia 21 10 6 5 29 24 5 29:24 36
19 Fortaleza logo Fortaleza 22 4 6 12 22 34 -12 22:34 18
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Fortaleza – Last 10 League Games

Fortaleza have 1 win, 7 losses and 2 draws, averaging 0.9 goals from 4.1 shots on goal and 9.8 attempts. Juan Pablo Vojvoda's team have averaged 49.9% possession and 7.1 corners per match, conceding 1.8 goals and 4.0 corners from 6.0 shots on goal and 10.1 attempts.

Yago Pikachu and Juan Martin Lucero lead the way with 2 goals, while Breno Lopes has 1. Tomas Pochettino, Marinho and Juan Martin Lucero have racked up the most assists with 1 each.

Bahia – Last 10 League Games

Bahia have 7 victories and 3 defeats, with an average of 1.2 goals from 9.0 attempts and 3.4 shots on goal. There’s been an average of 55.6% possession, 4.5 corners in their favour and 5.3 corners against, while they’ve conceded 0.8 goals from 10.7 attempts and 3.6 shots on goal.

Michel Araujo has top scored with 3, while Luciano Juba and Willian Jose are next best on 2. Cauly Oliveira Souza, Erick Pulga and Erick have been the top assists providers with 2 in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Fortaleza confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Magrao (GK), Emanuel Britez, Benjamin Kuscevic, Gaston Avila, Diogo Barbosa, Tomas Pochettino, Lucas Sasha, Matheus Pereira, Marinho, Juan Martin Lucero, Breno Lopes.

Bahia confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Marcos Felipe (GK), Gilberto Junior, David Duarte, Santiago Ramos, Luciano Juba, Caio Alexandre, Jean Lucas, Ademir Santos, Everton Ribeiro, Erick Pulga, Luciano Rodriguez.

Fortaleza vs Bahia Prediction & Betting Tips

From our key match prediction to corners advice, correct score pick, top player prop insights and a builder tailored for value — our Fortaleza vs Bahia betting tips covers it all.

Match Prediction

Bahia 0.0 on the Asian Handicap look really appealing when it comes to this Série A encounter. The odds of 1.93 offer plenty of appeal and we’re expecting a bright display from the visitors.

The latest Série A injuries and suspensions can affect the overall outcome and we use this information as well as the form guide. The same applies to the stats so that we can get the best understanding of how things might pan out.

Key Fortaleza vs Bahia league stats:

  • The 0.0 line has been covered by Bahia in 4 of their last 5 games.
  • The 0.0 line has been covered by Bahia in 7 of their last 10 games.
  • The 0.0 line has been covered by Bahia in 3 consecutive games.
  • The 0.0 line hasn’t been covered by Fortaleza in 5 consecutive games.
  • The 0.0 line hasn’t been covered by Fortaleza in 9 of their last 10 games.
  • The 0.0 line hasn’t been covered by Fortaleza in 15 of their last 20 games.
  • The 0.0 line hasn’t been covered by Fortaleza in 7 of their last 10 games against Bahia.

Bahia 0.0 Probability

According to the top bookies, our pick has a 51.9% chance of landing a return. However, we have this number closer to 60% based on our in-depth research. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this wager.

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Correct Score Prediction

Fortaleza Fortaleza logo 0 - 1 Bahia logo Bahia

Bahia are available to back at 7.50 to secure a 1-0 victory. This is a risky but potentially more rewarding bet, with this correct score option providing appeal.

Latest Correct Score Odds

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Breno Lopes Over 0.5 Shots On Target

Breno Lopes (Fortaleza) can be backed to register one or more shots on goal at 1.74. He looks like an attractive wager on the Shots on Target market and we recommend backing this player prop bet selection.

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Erick Pulga To Score

Erick Pulga (Bahia) can be wagered to score at 4.80. There are attractive odds available for this Anytime Goalscorer wager and we think this is a value proposition for him to find the net.

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Corners Prediction

Bahia Under 4.5 Corners

Bahia have had under 4.5 corners in 8 of the past 10 away matches, while Fortaleza have conceded less than 4.5 corners in three straight games. We advise betting on the 1.80 that Bahia won’t cover the line, with this Team Corners pick hopefully providing a return.

League Games
League Games
Last 10 Total For Against
Last 10 at Home Total For Against
Last 10 Away Total For Against
Fortaleza Logo Fortaleza
Total
11.10 7.10 4.00
Home
9.60 5.90 3.70
Away
10.80 5.30 5.50
Bahia Logo Bahia
Total
9.80 4.50 5.30
Home
9.30 4.80 4.50
Away
9.90 4.50 5.40
Latest Corner Odds
Total Corners
Fortaleza Corners
Bahia Corners
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Bet Builder Tips

Asian Handicap Bahia 0.0
Total Goals Under 2.5
Shots On Target Breno Lopes Over 0.5

If you want to follow our bet builder, try Bahia on the Asian Handicap at 0.0, two or less goals to be registered and Breno Lopes (Fortaleza) to have one or more shots on target.

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Fortaleza vs Bahia Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Close Game On the Cards According to Latest Odds

The bookies have chalked up the draw at 3.05 on the 1x2 betting, with Bahia available to bet at odds of 2.60. Fortaleza are 2.88 to claim victory in this Série A encounter.

If you fancy Bahia to be leading at the interval, then you can secure odds of 3.15. Alternatively, there’s the chance to wager on Fortaleza at 3.45 on the Half-Time Result, with the draw trading at 2.07.

For those anticipating a low-scoring contest, Under 2.5 is the market leader for the Total Goals market. There are two Both Teams to Score options, with Yes on offer at 1.86 and No at 1.83.

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Full-Time Result
Half-Time Result
Double Chance
Draw No Bet
Asian Handicap
Total Goals
Both Teams to Score

Luciano Rodríguez Shortest Odds for First Goalscorer

Those interested in favourite Luciano Rodríguez to find the net first can get 6.10, while the Anytime Goalscorer angle could hold more appeal and this is 3.40.

Player Goals
Luciano Rodríguez (Bahia)
Juan Lucero (Fortaleza)
Deyverson Silva Acosta (Fortaleza)
Breno Lopes (Fortaleza)
Player Shots On Target
Luciano Rodríguez (Bahia)
Deyverson Silva Acosta (Fortaleza)
Juan Lucero (Fortaleza)
Breno Lopes (Fortaleza)
Player Shots
Luciano Rodríguez (Bahia)
Juan Lucero (Fortaleza)
Deyverson Silva Acosta (Fortaleza)
Erick Pulga (Bahia)
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Team Stats
Fortaleza logo Fortaleza League Stats
Bahia logo Bahia League Stats
Full-Time Result
  • 1 win, 7 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 4 wins, 4 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches
Full-Time Result
  • 7 wins and 3 defeats in the previous 10 matches
  • 3 wins, 6 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 away matches
Goals
Goals
Corners
Corners
Possession
Possession
Top Scorers & Assists
Top Scorers & Assists

Fortaleza vs Bahia Lineups & Team News

Make sure to look over the Fortaleza vs Bahia team news before betting. Stay in the know with our predicted and confirmed Série A lineups and the latest on injuries.

Fortaleza Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3

Bahia Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

Fortaleza Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3

15 Magrao
33 Emanuel Britez 13 Benjamin Kuscevic 3 Gaston Avila 16 Diogo Barbosa
7 Tomas Pochettino 88 Lucas Sasha 5 Matheus Pereira
11 Marinho 9 Juan Martin Lucero 26 Breno Lopes
22 Marcos Felipe
2 Gilberto Junior 33 David Duarte 21 Santiago Ramos 46 Luciano Juba
19 Caio Alexandre 6 Jean Lucas
7 Ademir Santos 10 Everton Ribeiro 16 Erick Pulga
17 Luciano Rodriguez

Bahia Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

Fortaleza Substitutes

  • 2Tinga
  • 8Leandro Martinez
  • 14Eros Mancuso
  • 17Jose Welison
  • 18Deyverson
  • 19Allanzinho
  • 20Matheus Rossetto
  • 22Yago Pikachu
  • 25Vinicius
  • 27Adam Bareiro
  • 38Lucca Prior
  • 80Jose Herrera

Bahia Substitutes

  • 3Gabriel Xavier
  • 8Cauly Oliveira Souza
  • 11Rodrigo Nestor
  • 13Santiago Arias
  • 15Michel Araujo
  • 25Iago
  • 26Nicolas Acevedo
  • 37Kayky
  • 66Jose Guilherme
  • 68Jota
  • 77Tiago
  • 96Ronaldo

Previous Fortaleza Lineups

14 Jul Série A
Fortaleza 0-1 Ceará
13 Jun Série A
Fortaleza 2-3 Santos
02 Jun Série A
Flamengo 5-0 Fortaleza
30 May Copa Libertadores
Racing Club 1-0 Fortaleza
26 May Série A
Fortaleza 0-2 Cruzeiro
22 May Copa do Brasil
Fortaleza 2-5 Retro FC

Previous Bahia Lineups

16 Jul Copa Sudamericana
Bahia 0-0 América de Cali
13 Jul Série A
Bahia 2-1 Atlético MG
13 Jun Série A
Bragantino 0-3 Bahia
01 Jun Série A
Bahia 2-1 São Paulo
29 May Copa Libertadores
Internacional 2-1 Bahia
25 May Série A
Grêmio 1-0 Bahia

Injuries & Suspensions

Fortaleza Injury Table
Type Name Info
Tinga Groin
Lucas Sasha Calf
Tomas Cardona Other
Bahia Injury Table
Type Name Info
Ademir Santos Hamstring
Caio Alexandre Hamstring
Brazil FlagSérie A Table
2025 Season
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Flamengo 22 15 5 2 47:10 50
2 Cruzeiro 23 14 5 4 37:16 47
3 Palmeiras 21 14 4 3 32:17 46
4 Mirassol 22 10 9 3 39:23 39
5 Botafogo 22 10 6 6 33:17 36
6 Bahia 21 10 6 5 29:24 36
7 São Paulo 23 9 8 6 27:23 35
8 Bragantino 23 9 4 10 28:33 31
9 Corinthians 23 7 8 8 24:28 29
10 Fluminense 21 8 4 9 25:29 28
11 Ceará 22 7 6 9 21:22 27
12 Internacional 22 7 6 9 26:33 27
13 Atlético MG 21 6 7 8 21:25 25
14 Grêmio 22 6 7 9 20:27 25
15 Vasco da Gama 22 6 5 11 32:33 23
16 Santos 22 6 5 11 21:32 23
17 Vitória 23 4 10 9 19:34 22
18 Juventude 22 6 3 13 19:43 21
19 Fortaleza 22 4 6 12 22:34 18
20 Sport Recife 21 1 8 12 15:34 11
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Flamengo 12 9 3 0 32:3 30
2 Cruzeiro 12 9 1 2 23:9 28
3 Bahia 11 7 3 1 19:10 24
4 São Paulo 12 7 3 2 16:9 24
5 Palmeiras 11 7 2 2 17:8 23
6 Mirassol 10 6 4 0 23:10 22
7 Botafogo 11 5 4 2 21:12 19
8 Fluminense 10 6 1 3 12:10 19
9 Bragantino 12 5 3 4 16:17 18
10 Internacional 11 5 2 4 14:12 17
11 Vitória 11 4 5 2 14:12 17
12 Ceará 11 5 2 4 10:8 17
13 Juventude 12 5 2 5 14:14 17
14 Corinthians 11 4 4 3 14:11 16
15 Atlético MG 9 4 4 1 12:9 16
16 Grêmio 11 4 4 3 9:9 16
17 Fortaleza 12 4 2 6 16:16 14
18 Vasco da Gama 11 3 4 4 14:14 13
19 Santos 10 3 3 4 10:14 12
20 Sport Recife 10 0 5 5 8:16 5