Bahia v Sao Paulo Prediction and Betting Tip - Odds, H2H and Preview Predictions

Bahia v Sao Paulo Prediction:

The Brasileirão Betano continues this weekend with a thrilling encounter on Saturday night, as Bahia play host to a struggling São Paulo side. Bahia come into this match in seventh place, level on points with Ceará, who currently occupy the last spot for the Libertadores with 15 points. However, with only 10 games played so far, these standings are still fluid, and there's a lot of football to be played.

São Paulo, on the other hand, find themselves at the opposite end of the table after a challenging start to the season, they currently sit in 13th place with 12 points. Despite their tough run, a win on Saturday would see them draw level with Bahia on points, highlighting just how tight the league is at this early stage. This game is crucial for both sides as they look to move up the table.

As the match approaches, here is everything you need to know about the clash.

Where to Watch

This match is not available to watch anywhere in the UK.

Key Stats:

• Sao Paulo have scored just eight goals so far this season, the joint second worst record in the division
• Bahia have won three out of their five home games so far this season
• Sao Paulo are yet to win away from home this campaign

Bahia v Sao Paulo Previews, Form and Players to Watch:

Bahia Preview:

After narrowly missing out on qualifying for the Libertadores last year, Bahia find themselves in the Sudamericana this season but are looking strong for a potential return to South America's most prestigious competition. They come into this match having won three of their last five games in the Brasileirão but do so off the back of a 1-0 defeat against Grêmio. What's particularly interesting is the distinct lack of goals in their recent matches, with four out of the five games finishing 1-0 to either side.

Predicted Line Up (4-3-2-1): Felipe; Gilberto, Duarte, Mingo, Juba; Ribeiro, Alexandre, Araújo; Cauly, Pulga; Rodríguez

Midfielder Jean Lucas has started the season strong for Bahia and will be one to watch on Sunday. After 10 appearances, he has an average rating of 7.28 on Sofascore and has contributed three goals from midfield.

Sao Paulo Preview:

São Paulo, unlike the hosts, had a strong finish last season, securing a spot in the Libertadores, which qualifies them for this campaign. Despite this, their start to the league season has been far below the high standards they've set, as they find themselves just three points above the relegation zone. They come into this match having won just one of their last five games in the competition, with their most recent result being a disappointing 2-0 defeat at home to Mirassol. São Paulo will need to improve significantly if they are to get back on track and challenge for higher positions.

Predicted Line Up (4-2-3-1): Rafael; Ferraresi, Arboleda, Franco, Díaz; Alisson, Maia; Ferreira, Luciano, Oscar; Silva

Head-to-Head Stats - Bahia v Sao Paulo

These two sides haven't played each other too often in recent years, with the last five meetings dating back to November 2021, almost four years ago. During this period, São Paulo have had the better of Bahia, winning the last three encounters, with Bahia's last victory over São Paulo coming all the way back in 2021. Additionally, Bahia have only managed to score twice in those five games, which suggests they have struggled against the visitors in recent history.

• Bahia 0 - 3 Sao Paulo, November 2024
• Sao Paulo 3 - 1 Bahia, June 2024
• Bahia 0 - 1 Sao Paulo, November 2023
• Sao Paulo 0 - 0 Bahia, July 2023
• Bahia 1 - 0 Sao Paulo, November 2021

Betting Tips for Bahia v Sao Paulo

With all of that said, our team of betting experts recommend that the best tip for this game is Bahia to Win & BTTS. With the odds currently at 5.00 on Highbet, a £10 stake could see a potential return of up to £50.

(odds subject to change)

Final Prediction:

We think that Bahia will continue their strong start to the season and vie versa for Sao Paulo, with the score possibly being:

Bahia 2-1 Sao Paulo