Match report
Sao Paulo Defeats Bahia 2-0 in Serie A Clash
Sao Paulo
2–0
FT
Bahia
Oct 26, 2025
Sao Paulo emerged victorious against Bahia in a crucial Serie A clash, securing a 2-0 win. Early goals by Luciano and D. Bobadilla laid the foundation for Sao Paulo's success as they dominated the proceedings. Despite several yellow cards on both sides, including two from Bahia players David Duarte and Ademir early on, Sao Paulo maintained their composure to seal the victory.
Key Facts
- • Sao Paulo 2-0 Bahia (Final Result)
- • Luciano scored at minute 7 with an assist from Maik.
- • D. Bobadilla netted the second goal at minute 41, assisted by Luciano.
- • Bahia received two yellow cards in the first half: David Duarte and Ademir.
- • Sao Paulo also faced yellow cards for Maik (min 27) and Luciano (min 54).
- • Lucas Moura's goal was disallowed due to offside at minute 37.
Lineups
Sao Paulo
Formation: 3-4-1-2
Starting XI
- 23 Rafael (G)
- 28 A. Franco (D)
- 5 Robert Arboleda (D)
- 35 Sabino (D)
- 42 Maik (M)
- 21 D. Bobadilla (M)
- 29 Pablo Maia (M)
- 13 E. Diaz (M)
- 20 Marcos Antonio (F)
- 10 Luciano (F)
- 7 Lucas Moura (F)
Substitutes
- 50 Young
- 52 F. Preis
- 11 Ferreira
- 14 G. Tapia
- 15 Rodriguinho
- 16 Luiz Gustavo
- 22 Mailton
- 25 Alisson
- 36 Patryck
- 43 Felipe Negrucci
- 77 E. Rigoni
Bahia
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 96 Ronaldo Strada (G)
- 13 S. Arias (D)
- 33 David Duarte (D)
- 21 S. Ramos (D)
- 25 Iago Borduchi (D)
- 11 Rodrigo (M)
- 26 Nicolas Acevedo (M)
- 6 Jean Lucas (M)
- 7 Ademir (F)
- 12 Willian Jose (F)
- 77 Tiago (F)
Substitutes
- 1 Danilo Fernandes
- 4 Kanu
- 3 Gabriel Xavier
- 2 Gilberto
- 46 Luciano Juba
- 66 Ze Guilherme
- 5 Rezende
- 14 Erick
- 15 Michel Araujo
- 8 Cauly
- 37 Kayky
- 23 M. Sanabria
Timeline
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7' Sao Paulo Goal · Normal GoalLuciano · Assist: Maik
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27' Sao Paulo Card · Yellow CardMaik
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31' Bahia Card · Yellow CardDavid Duarte
Roughing
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36' Bahia Card · Yellow CardAdemir
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37' Sao Paulo Var · Goal Disallowed - offsideLucas Moura
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41' Sao Paulo Goal · Normal GoalD. Bobadilla · Assist: Luciano
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46' Bahia subst · Substitution 1Off: S. Arias · On: Gilberto
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46' Bahia subst · Substitution 2Off: Iago · On: Luciano Juba
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46' Bahia subst · Substitution 3Off: Tiago · On: M. Sanabria
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54' Sao Paulo Card · Yellow CardLuciano
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60' Bahia subst · Substitution 4Off: Unknown player · On: Erick
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60' Bahia subst · Substitution 5Off: Unknown player · On: Kayky
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66' Sao Paulo subst · Substitution 2Off: Lucas Moura · On: G. Tapia
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78' Sao Paulo subst · Substitution 3Off: Pablo Maia · On: Luiz Gustavo
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79' Sao Paulo subst · Substitution 4Off: Luciano · On: Ferreira
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87' Sao Paulo subst · Substitution 5Off: D. Bobadilla · On: Felipe Negrucci
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90'+8 Bahia Card · Yellow CardS. Ramos
Foul
Match Stats
| Stat | Sao Paulo | Bahia |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 10 | 10 |
| Pass Accuracy | 88% | 86% |
| Offsides | 2 | 1 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 14 | 9 |
| Corners | 5 | 4 |
| Total Passes | 563 | 408 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 4 |
| Blocked Shots | 4 | 4 |
| Shots on Target | 5 | 3 |
| xG | 1.30 | 0.95 |
| Shots off Target | 5 | 2 |
| Possession | 58% | 42% |
| Goals Prevented | 0 | 0 |
| Accurate Passes | 496 | 349 |
| Shots Inside Box | 12 | 4 |
| Saves | 3 | 3 |
| Shots Outside Box | 2 | 5 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Luciano's early goal set the tone for Sao Paulo's dominance in the match, giving them a crucial advantage.
- ▸ The second goal by D. Bobadilla further demoralized Bahia and solidified Sao Paulo's lead, making it difficult for Bahia to mount any significant comeback.