Match report

Cruzeiro Defeats Bahia 2-1 in Serie A Clash

Bahia
Bahia
1–2
FT
Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro
Sep 15, 2025

Cruzeiro emerged victorious over Bahia in their Serie A encounter, securing a 2–1 win. The match was filled with intense moments and crucial substitutions that shifted the game's momentum.

Key Facts

  • • Bahia opened scoring through Jean Lucas (66') assisted by Willian Jose.
  • • Cruzeiro equalized courtesy of L. Sinisterra at 77'.
  • • Gabriel sealed Cruzeiro's victory with a goal in the 86th minute, further adding to their lead.
  • • David Duarte and Christian received yellow cards early on for Bahia and Cruzeiro respectively.

Lineups

Bahia

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Starting XI

  • 96 Ronaldo Strada (G)
  • 13 S. Arias (D)
  • 3 Gabriel Xavier (D)
  • 21 S. Ramos (D)
  • 46 Luciano Juba (D)
  • 26 Nicolas Acevedo (M)
  • 6 Jean Lucas (M)
  • 37 Kayky (M)
  • 10 Everton Ribeiro (M)
  • 23 M. Sanabria (M)
  • 12 Willian Jose (F)

Substitutes

  • 1 Danilo Fernandes
  • 2 Gilberto
  • 33 David Duarte
  • 83 Fred Lippert
  • 66 Ze Guilherme
  • 25 Iago Borduchi
  • 5 Rezende
  • 11 Rodrigo
  • 15 Michel Araujo
  • 8 Cauly
  • 71 Lyan Araujo
  • 78 Joao Coni

Cruzeiro

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Starting XI

  • 1 Cassio (G)
  • 12 William Furtado (D)
  • 15 Fabricio Bruno (D)
  • 25 L. Villalba (D)
  • 6 Kaiki (D)
  • 8 Matheus Henrique (M)
  • 29 L. Romero (M)
  • 88 Christian (M)
  • 10 Matheus Pereira (M)
  • 94 Wanderson (M)
  • 19 Kaio Jorge (F)

Substitutes

  • 41 Leo Aragao
  • 2 Kaua Moraes
  • 34 Jonathan Jesus
  • 36 Kaua Prates
  • 5 Walace
  • 35 Murilo Rhikman
  • 77 Japa
  • 11 Y. Bolasie
  • 7 Marquinhos
  • 17 L. Sinisterra
  • 9 Gabriel Barbosa
  • 99 K. Arroyo

Timeline

  1. Bahia
    ?' Bahia Card · Yellow Card
    David Duarte

    Unallowed field entering

  2. Cruzeiro
    2' Cruzeiro Card · Yellow Card
    Christian

    Foul

  3. Cruzeiro
    49' Cruzeiro Card · Yellow Card
    Matheus Henrique

    Foul

  4. Bahia
    65' Bahia subst · Substitution 1
    Off: Kayky · On: M. Araújo
  5. Bahia
    66' Bahia Goal · Normal Goal
    Jean Lucas · Assist: Willian Jose
  6. Cruzeiro
    71' Cruzeiro subst · Substitution 1
    Off: Kaio Jorge · On: Gabriel
  7. Cruzeiro
    72' Cruzeiro subst · Substitution 2
    Off: Wanderson · On: L. Sinisterra
  8. Cruzeiro
    72' Cruzeiro subst · Substitution 3
    Off: Christian · On: K. Arroyo
  9. Cruzeiro
    77' Cruzeiro Goal · Normal Goal
    L. Sinisterra
  10. Bahia
    78' Bahia subst · Substitution 3
    Off: Nicolas Acevedo · On: Zé Guilherme
  11. Cruzeiro
    78' Cruzeiro subst · Substitution 4
    Off: Kaiki · On: Kaua Prates
  12. Bahia
    78' Bahia subst · Substitution 5
    Off: Everton Ribeiro · On: Rodrigo Nestor
  13. Cruzeiro
    84' Cruzeiro subst · Substitution 5
    Off: Matheus Pereira · On: Y. Bolasie
  14. Cruzeiro
    86' Cruzeiro Goal · Normal Goal
    Gabriel · Assist: William
  15. Cruzeiro
    87' Cruzeiro Card · Yellow Card
    Gabriel

Match Stats

Stat Bahia Cruzeiro
Fouls 11 12
Pass Accuracy 87% 78%
Offsides 1 0
Red Cards — —
Total Shots 13 10
Corners 6 5
Total Passes 486 292
Yellow Cards 1 3
Blocked Shots 4 2
Shots on Target 5 3
xG 0.53 0.78
Shots off Target 4 5
Possession 62% 38%
Goals Prevented 0 0
Accurate Passes 425 229
Shots Inside Box 4 7
Saves 1 4
Shots Outside Box 9 3

Key Match Notes

  • ▸ Cruzeiro's equalizing goal by L. Sinisterra at 77' marked a significant turning point, shifting the momentum in their favor.
  • ▸ Gabriel’s decisive strike in the 86th minute solidified Cruzeiro's lead and secured their victory over Bahia.