Bahia surge early to climb to third against RB Bragantino | OneFootball

Bahia beat RB Bragantino 2-0 at the Fonte Nova to climb from fourth to third in the Brasileirão and extend their unbeaten start to six.

In the 17th minute, Luciano swept in Jean Lucas's pass to put Bahia ahead. Erick then drilled a second from the centre of the box (40.).

Ronaldo produced three saves and a high claim to keep control as Braga pushed after the break.

Half time changes for Braga introduced Henry Mosquera and Alix, and later Davi Gomes added thrust from the bench, striking the post in the closing stages.

At the other end, Tiago Volpi kept the visitors in it with stops from Erick and Cristian Olivera during a lively second half.

Bahia registered nine shots on target from 15 attempts with 57.2% possession. Braga finished with three efforts on target from 15 and struck the woodwork twice.

Bahia remain unbeaten in six league matches. Braga drop from ninth to 11th. Next, Bahia visit Remo. Braga host Botafogo next.