Bahia rise to fourth as Nestor's corners settle RB Bragantino test | OneFootball

Match in Five Sentences: Bahia beat RB Bragantino 3-2. Lucas Barbosa put Braga ahead in the 14th minute, finishing a through ball from Wallace Yan. Luciano levelled from the spot (34.), Alejo Veliz headed in from Rodrigo Nestor's corner (38.), and Massa Bruta were back level in the first minute of first half stoppage time via a Santiago Ramos own goal before Erick glanced the winner from another Nestor delivery (50.). Ronaldo produced nine saves as Bahêa withstood 24 Braga attempts and long spells of pressure. Tricolor Baiano rise from fifth to fourth and host Remo next, while Braga visit Botafogo.

Player of the Match: Ronaldo anchored the win with sharp shot-stopping, making five saves inside the box and commanding his area with four clearances when Bahêa were under siege.

Stat of the Match: Rodrigo Nestor delivered two assists, both from corners, turning dead balls into the visitors' decisive moments.

Three Things We Learned: Braga out-shot Bahêa 24–11 and struck the post (55.), but their finishing and luck deserted them. Set pieces told, with two away headers fashioned by Rodrigo Nestor's corners. Tricolor Baiano cleared their lines 47 times, underlining the volume of late defending that protected the points.