Match report
Cruzeiro Defeats Bahia 2-1 in Serie A
Bahia
1–2
FT
Cruzeiro
May 10, 2026
Cruzeiro pulled off a narrow victory over Bahia, winning 2-1 in a closely contested Serie A match. Despite a strong start by Bahia, who took the lead from a penalty, Cruzeiro managed to turn the game around with two well-executed goals. Key players like Kaua Moraes and Kenji contributed crucial goals for Cruzeiro, securing the team's win and adding three vital points to their Serie A campaign.
Key Facts
- • Bahia took the lead through Luciano Juba's penalty at the 27th minute.
- • Cruzeiro equalized with a goal by Kaua Moraes at the 41st minute, assisted by N. Villarreal.
- • Kenji secured the win for Cruzeiro with a goal at the 86th minute, assisted by L. Romero.
- • Bahia had three players receive yellow cards: João Paulo, S. Ramos, and Everaldo.
- • Cruzeiro had three yellow cards issued: Fabrício Bruno, Kaua Moraes, and L. Romero.
Lineups
Bahia
Formation: 4-1-4-1
Starting XI
- 22 Léo Vieira (G)
- 5 Nicolás Acevedo (D)
- 33 David Duarte (D)
- 21 Santiago Ramos Mingo (D)
- 46 Luciano Juba (D)
- 14 Erick (M)
- 16 Erick Pulga (M)
- 10 Everton Ribeiro (M)
- 6 Jean Lucas (M)
- 23 Mateo Sanabria (M)
- 12 Willian José (F)
Substitutes
- 27 Everaldo
- 7 Ademir
- 11 Rodrigo Nestor
- 34 João Paulo
- 2 Gilberto
- 3 Gabriel Xavier
- 31 Román Gómez
- 43 Luiz Gustavo
- 25 Iago Borduchi
- 99 Cristian Olivera
- 15 Michel Araújo
- 89 Dell
Cruzeiro
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 81 Otávio Costa (G)
- 23 Fagner (D)
- 15 Fabrício Bruno (D)
- 34 Jonathan Jesus (D)
- 2 Kauã Moraes (D)
- 29 Lucas Romero (M)
- 8 Matheus Henrique (M)
- 11 Gerson (M)
- 10 Matheus Pereira (M)
- 17 Luis Sinisterra (M)
- 22 Néiser Villarreal (F)
Substitutes
- 70 Kaique Kenji
- 19 Kaio Jorge
- 31 Matheus Cunha
- 44 Bruno Alves
- 43 João Marcelo
- 25 Lucas Villalba
- 7 Marquinhos
- 94 Wanderson
- 88 Christian
- 77 Japa
- 16 Lucas Silva
- 91 Chico da Costa
Timeline
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18' Bahia Card · Yellow CardJoão Paulo
Unsportsmanlike conduct
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24' Cruzeiro Card · Yellow CardFabrício Bruno
Tripping
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27' Bahia Goal · PenaltyLuciano Juba
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34' Bahia subst · Substitution 1Off: Willian Jose · On: Everaldo
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35' Bahia Card · Yellow CardS. Ramos
Foul
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41' Cruzeiro Goal · Normal GoalKaua Moraes · Assist: N. Villarreal
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45'+3 Bahia Card · Yellow CardEveraldo
Roughing
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46' Bahia subst · Substitution 2Off: M. Sanabria · On: Ademir
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46' Cruzeiro subst · Substitution 1Off: Matheus Pereira · On: Kenji
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61' Bahia subst · Substitution 3Off: Everton Ribeiro · On: Rodrigo Nestor
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62' Cruzeiro subst · Substitution 2Off: N. Villarreal · On: Kaio Jorge
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62' Cruzeiro Card · Yellow CardKaua Moraes
Holding
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72' Cruzeiro subst · Substitution 3Off: L. Sinisterra · On: Wanderson
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72' Bahia subst · Substitution 4Off: Jean Lucas · On: M. Araújo
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72' Bahia subst · Substitution 5Off: Erick Pulga · On: C. Olivera
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77' Cruzeiro Card · Yellow CardL. Romero
Roughing
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78' Cruzeiro subst · Substitution 5Off: Gerson · On: Lucas Silva
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86' Cruzeiro Goal · Normal GoalKenji · Assist: L. Romero
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89' Cruzeiro Card · Yellow CardOtavio Costa
Delay of game
Match Stats
| Stat | Bahia | Cruzeiro |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 14 | 16 |
| Pass Accuracy | 82% | 88% |
| Offsides | 0 | 2 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 8 | 20 |
| Corners | 5 | 8 |
| Total Passes | 349 | 411 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 4 |
| Blocked Shots | 2 | 3 |
| Shots on Target | 3 | 7 |
| xG | 1.10 | 1.52 |
| Shots off Target | 3 | 10 |
| Possession | 46% | 54% |
| Goals Prevented | 0.44 | 0.44 |
| Accurate Passes | 286 | 360 |
| Shots Inside Box | 5 | 14 |
| Saves | 5 | 2 |
| Shots Outside Box | 3 | 6 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Cruzeiro's equalizer by Kaua Moraes at the 41st minute changed the momentum of the game, giving them the confidence to push for the lead.
- ▸ Kenji's goal at the 86th minute was a turning point, securing the victory for Cruzeiro and ending Bahia's hopes of a comeback.