Match report
Botafogo Defeats Bahia 2–1 in Thrilling Serie A Clash
Botafogo
2–1
FT
Bahia
Oct 2, 2025
Botafogo held off ten-man Bahia to secure a vital 2–1 win in the Serie A clash. The home side took an early lead through S. Rodríguez's goal, followed by Jeffinho extending their advantage before Rodrigo Nestor pulled one back for Bahia.
Key Facts
- • Final score: Botafogo 2–1 Bahia
- • S. Rodríguez scored the first goal at minute 27 with an assist from Vitinho
- • Jeffinho netted the second for Botafogo just before halftime, assisted by Cuiabano
- • Rodrigo Nestor replied for Bahia in the 55th minute
- • M. Sanabria was sent off for simulation at minute 59
Lineups
Botafogo
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 24 Leo Linck (G)
- 2 Vitinho (D)
- 31 Kaio (D)
- 20 A. Barboza (D)
- 6 Cuiabano (D)
- 17 Marlon Freitas (M)
- 28 Newton (M)
- 23 S. Rodriguez (M)
- 10 J. Savarino (M)
- 47 Jeffinho (M)
- 98 Arthur Cabral (F)
Substitutes
- 1 Raul Steffens
- 32 Rhyan
- 4 M. Ponte
- 7 Artur
- 9 C. Ramos
- 25 Allan
- 26 Gabriel Bahia
- 37 K. Barria
- 39 Gonzalo Mastriani
- 57 David Ricardo
- 58 Caua Zappelini
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)
- 5 Rezende (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
- 83 Fred Lippert
- 44 Luiz Gustavo
- 66 Ze Guilherme
- 55 Sidney Duarte
- 11 Rodrigo
- 15 Michel Araujo
- 8 Cauly
- 7 Ademir
- 77 Tiago
- 25 Iago Borduchi
Timeline
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?' Bahia Card · Yellow CardLuciano Juba
Argument
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19' Bahia subst · Substitution 1Off: Luciano Juba · On: Zé Guilherme
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27' Botafogo Goal · Normal GoalS. Rodríguez · Assist: Vitinho
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40' Bahia Card · Yellow CardS. Arias
Foul
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45'+4 Bahia Card · Yellow CardM. Sanabria
Argument
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46' Bahia subst · Substitution 2Off: Everton Ribeiro · On: Rodrigo Nestor
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46' Bahia subst · Substitution 3Off: Kayky · On: Tiago
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46' Botafogo Goal · Normal GoalJeffinho · Assist: Cuiabano
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54' Bahia subst · Substitution 4Off: S. Ramos · On: M. Araújo
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55' Bahia Goal · Normal GoalRodrigo Nestor
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59' Bahia Card · Yellow CardM. Sanabria
Simulation
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59' Bahia Card · Red CardM. Sanabria
Simulation
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64' Botafogo subst · Substitution 1Off: Cuiabano · On: David Ricardo
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65' Bahia subst · Substitution 5Off: Willian Jose · On: Ademir
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70' Bahia Card · Yellow CardRodrigo Nestor
Foul
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72' Botafogo Card · Yellow CardAlexander Barboza
Foul
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75' Botafogo subst · Substitution 2Off: Vitinho · On: M. Ponte
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75' Botafogo subst · Substitution 3Off: Jeffinho · On: Artur
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80' Botafogo subst · Substitution 4Off: Newton · On: Allan
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80' Botafogo subst · Substitution 5Off: Kayo Pantalean · On: Gabriel Bahia
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87' Botafogo Card · Yellow CardAllan
Foul
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89' Botafogo Card · Yellow CardDavid Ricardo
Foul
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90'+4 Bahia Card · Yellow CardGabriel Xavier
Foul
Match Stats
| Stat | Botafogo | Bahia |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 19 | 10 |
| Pass Accuracy | 84% | 83% |
| Offsides | 2 | 0 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 1 |
| Total Shots | 15 | 10 |
| Corners | 6 | 4 |
| Total Passes | 418 | 407 |
| Yellow Cards | 4 | 6 |
| Blocked Shots | 3 | 3 |
| Shots on Target | 7 | 2 |
| xG | 1.47 | 0.29 |
| Shots off Target | 5 | 5 |
| Possession | 51% | 49% |
| Goals Prevented | 0 | 0 |
| Accurate Passes | 353 | 338 |
| Shots Inside Box | 8 | 3 |
| Saves | 1 | 6 |
| Shots Outside Box | 7 | 7 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Botafogo capitalized on a swift attack to score two quick goals before halftime, setting up a strong lead against Bahia.
- ▸ The dismissal of M. Sanabria in the second half turned the momentum towards Botafogo, who skillfully maintained their advantage despite playing with ten men.