Fluminense v Bahia: how to watch, stats, history, likely line-ups | OneFootball

Fluminense and Bahia face off this Sunday at 4 PM (Brasília time) at Maracanã, for the 38th round of the 2025 Brazilian Championship. The match is worth a direct spot in the group stage of the 2026 Libertadores: the Carioca Tricolor is in fifth place, with 61 points, while the Esquadrão is right behind, in sixth, with 60.

Flu secures the spot even with a draw, as long as Botafogo does not beat Fortaleza. For Bahia, only a win matters.

Where to watch Fluminense vs Bahia live?

How is Fluminense doing?

In its best moment of the season, Luis Zubeldía's team comes from a 2-1 victory over Grêmio away from home and is having a great campaign in the second half. Thiago Silva and Hércules, who were rested in the previous round, are available again. Canobbio returns from suspension and is expected to reclaim his spot in the attack. On the other hand, midfielder Lima is suspended.

How is Bahia doing?

Bahia comes in energized by a 2-0 victory over Sport, a result that kept the team alive in the fight for a direct spot in the Libertadores. Jean Lucas returns after suspension, although he is considered doubtful due to physical discomfort. Michel Araújo, David Duarte, and Sanabria remain injured.

Match history

Last match: Fluminense 2 x 0 Bahia, on 09/10/2025, for the Copa do Brasil.

Probable lineups

FLUMINENSE Fábio; Samuel Xavier, Ignácio (Thiago Silva), Freytes, and Renê; Martinelli, Nonato (Hércules), and Lucho Acosta; Canobbio, Serna, and Everaldo. Coach: Luis Zubeldía.

BAHIA Ronaldo; Santiago Arias (Gilberto), Kanu, Santiago Mingo, and Luciano Juba; Acevedo, Jean Lucas (Nestor), and Everton Ribeiro; Ademir, Willian José, and Erick Pulga. Coach: Rogério Ceni.

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