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Bahia vs Sport Recife Prediction

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Serie A

Bahia

€103.50m

3 Dec18:00
2 : 0

Sport Recife

€42.95m

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Bahia vs Sport Recife Prediction Serie A

Bahia vs Sport Recife Prediction: Can Bahia Dominate the Superclássico?

Welcome to our Bahia vs Sport Recife prediction, where we break down the numbers, the stories, and the betting tips for this crucial Serie A encounter at Arena Fonte Nova. With Bahia pushing for a top finish and Sport Recife desperately seeking survival, this is a match that promises both drama and, for punters, some intriguing opportunities.

Form, Tactics, and Head-to-Head: The Story So Far

Let’s set the scene. Bahia, currently sitting 7th in the Serie A table with 57 points, have had a mixed run lately—one win, two draws, and two defeats in their last five. Their recent 1-1 draw with Juventude and a narrow 1-0 victory over Vasco da Gama show a team that’s solid but not invincible. Defensive frailties have crept in, with Bahia conceding in five of their last six matches. Still, their home form and attacking intent remain their biggest strengths.

On the other side, Sport Recife are in a world of trouble. Rock bottom in 20th place, they’ve managed just 17 points all season. Their last eight league games? All losses. In fact, with only two wins and a staggering 66 goals conceded, Sport Recife’s defense has been about as watertight as a sieve. Their last outing was a 0-3 defeat to Santos, and they haven’t kept a clean sheet or won in their last 13 matches.

  • Head to head: The Superclássico do Nordeste has been fairly balanced in recent years. In their last five meetings, both sides have two wins each and one draw. Their most recent encounter, back in August, ended 0-0. Since 2010, Sport Recife just edge it with 12 wins to Bahia’s 11, but Bahia haven’t beaten Sport Recife in their last two league meetings.
  • Injuries and suspensions: Bahia will be without Mateo Sanabria, André Dhominique, Michel Araújo, and David Duarte due to injuries, while Ramos Mingo is suspended. Sport Recife’s squad is relatively healthy, but confidence is at an all-time low.

Tactically, expect Bahia to dominate possession—our stats suggest a whopping 76%—and to pepper the Recife goal with shots. Bahia’s midfield will look to control the tempo, while Sport Recife will likely sit deep and hope to hit on the break, though their attacking threat has been minimal all season.

AI Betting Tips and Bahia vs Sport Recife Prediction

Now, let’s get nerdy with the numbers. Our AI-generated betting tips are screaming confidence for Bahia, and it’s not hard to see why. Here’s what the data says:

  1. 1x2 Market: Bahia win (odds 1.24, confidence 10/10). With the gulf in quality and form, this feels as safe as it gets.
  2. HS2+ (Bahia to score at least 2 goals): Odds of 1.28, confidence 10/10. Bahia are expected to create 21 shots and hit the target six times, so backing them to score twice seems a no-brainer.
  3. Over 2.5 goals: Odds of 1.47, confidence 5.8/10. With Sport Recife’s leaky defense and Bahia’s attacking intent, this is a solid option for those seeking a bit more value.
  4. Final score prediction: 3-0 to Bahia. The AI expects Bahia to be two goals up by half-time (2-0), with the home side dominating every stat from possession to corners (8 to 2 in Bahia’s favor).

For those who love the details, Bahia’s market value sits at a hefty €1.28.50m compared to Sport Recife’s €42.95m—a telling sign of the gap between these squads. Expect Bahia to rack up the corners, shots, and, most importantly, the goals.

  • Yellow cards: Bahia 1, Sport Recife 2. Discipline could be an issue for the visitors as frustration mounts.
  • Shots on target: Bahia 6, Sport Recife 1. This could be a long night for the Recife goalkeeper.

Looking for a value punt? While the home win odds are short, combining Bahia to win and over 2.5 goals could boost your returns. Given the head to head history and current form, our Bahia vs Sport Recife prediction is a confident home win—expect Bahia to put on a show for their fans and keep their European dreams alive.

Final Thoughts: Betting Tips and What to Watch

In summary, all signs point to a Bahia victory in this Superclássico. The stats, the form, and the AI predictions all align for a comfortable home win. For bettors, the best tips are backing Bahia to win, Bahia to score at least two, and over 2.5 goals. For fans, expect a dominant display from Bahia and perhaps a few moments of magic to savor.

That wraps up our Bahia vs Sport Recife prediction. Whether you’re a seasoned bettor or just here for the football, enjoy the game—and may your bets be as safe as Bahia’s backline should be on Wednesday night!

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Best Tip

The best betting football prediction for Bahia vs Sport Recife

HS2+ -357

Bahia is expected to score at least 2 goals with odds of -357
10/10

1x2 Tip

1 -417

Bahia is expected to win with odds of -417
10/10

Total Goals

Over 2.5 -222

At least 3 goals will be scored in the match
5/10

Both Teams To Score

No -122

At least one team is not expected to score
1/10
Both Teams To Score

Correct Score

3:0

Stats Predictions

2.45
xG
0.36
76%
Ball Possession
24%
21
Total Shots
5
6
Shots on Goal
1
7
Shots Off Goal
1
8
Corners
2
1
Yellow Cards
2

Average / Match

1.78
Expected Goals
0.7
2.8
Total Goals
3.6
1.4
Goals Scored
0.8
1.4
Goals Against
2.8
58%
Possession
45%
15.9
Total Shots
10.9
5.4
Shots on Goal
2.8
5.9
Shots off Goal
4
10.1
Fouls
10.9
6.2
Corners
5.4
1.2
Offsides
1.8
2
Yellow Cards
2.7
466
Total Passes
354

Overview Last 10 Matches

4
Wins
0
8
Over 1.5 Goals
10
6
Over 2.5 Goals
7
3
Over 3.5 Goals
4
5
Both Teams Scored
6
0
Unexpected Wins
0
1
Unexpected Loses
0

Head to Head

Bahia
6 - 2 - 11
Sport Recife
Sport Recife Sport Recife 02-Aug-25
0:0
Bahia Bahia
Bahia Bahia 04-Feb-24
2:1
Sport Recife Sport Recife
Sport Recife Sport Recife 23-Feb-23
6:0
Bahia Bahia
Sport Recife Sport Recife 13-Sep-22
1:0
Bahia Bahia
Bahia Bahia 09-Jun-22
1:0
Sport Recife Sport Recife
Bahia Bahia 05-Mar-22
2:3
Sport Recife Sport Recife
Sport Recife Sport Recife 19-Nov-21
1:0
Bahia Bahia
Bahia Bahia 01-Aug-21
0:1
Sport Recife Sport Recife
Bahia Bahia 20-Mar-21
4:0
Sport Recife Sport Recife
Sport Recife Sport Recife 24-Jan-21
2:0
Bahia Bahia

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Brazil - Serie A Brazil - Serie A

Team Matches Goals Points
1 FlamengoFlamengo 37
75-24
78
2 PalmeirasPalmeiras 37
63-32
73
3 CruzeiroCruzeiro 36
53-26
69
4 MirassolMirassol 37
60-36
66
5 FluminenseFluminense 37
48-39
61
6 BahiaBahia 37
50-44
60
7 BotafogoBotafogo 36
52-34
59
8 Sao PauloSao Paulo 37
43-46
51
9 RB BragantinoRB Bragantino 37
44-54
48
10 CorinthiansCorinthians 37
41-46
46
11 GremioGremio 37
43-50
46
12 Vasco DA GamaVasco DA Gama 37
55-55
45
13 Atletico-MGAtletico-MG 37
38-44
45
14 SantosSantos 37
42-50
44
15 CearaCeara 37
33-37
43
16 Fortaleza ECFortaleza EC 37
41-54
43
17 VitoriaVitoria 37
34-52
42
18 InternacionalInternacional 37
41-56
41
19 JuventudeJuventude 37
34-68
34
20 Sport RecifeSport Recife 37
28-71
17
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