Fluminense vs Bahia Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Copa do Brasil 2025 quarter-final second leg

Bahia emerged victorious in the first leg fixture.

Fluminense FC are all set to host Bahia in the second leg fixture of the 2025 Copa do Brasil quarter-final. The interesting contest between these clubs will take place at the Estadio do Maracanã.

Fluminense at home will be keen on making a comeback. They faced a defeat in the first leg of the Brazil Cup competition. Before the international break, they were held to a draw by Santos FC. It is not going to be an easy game for the Tricolor.

Bahia secured a close win in their previous leg. They scored a late goal to take the advantage. The upcoming game is not going to be an easy one for them, as they will be away from home.

The visitors will be keen on scoring a goal or two so that they can proceed to the semifinal stage.

Kick-off:

• Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
• Stadium: Estadio do Maracanã
• Date: Thursday, September 11
• Kick-off Time: 03:30 a.m. IST (Wednesday, September 10; 10:00 p.m. GMT/ 06:00 p.m. ET/ 03:00 p.m. PT)
• Referee: Matheus Delgado Candançan
• VAR: In use

Form:

Fluminense: W-W-L-L-D

Bahia: W-W-L-W-W

Players to Watch

Evaraldo (Fluminense)

In seven Copa do Brasil appearances this season, the 34-year-old Brazilian forward has scored four goals and also has three assists to his name. Evaraldo is going to play a crucial part in the final third for the hosts. He will have to come up with a top performance so that he can help his side.

Willian Jose (Bahia)

Willian Jose is going to create issues for the opponent’s defence in the upcoming fixture. The 33-year-old Brazilian forward will have an important role to play in the attacking front. For the next game, he will be looking to help his side by scoring a goal or two.

Match Facts

• The hosts have not won any of their last three matches.
• Bahia have won four of their last five games.
• The Tricolor have only won one of their last five fixtures against Bahia.

Fluminense vs Bahia: Betting Tips and Odds

• The hosts to win @21/20 888sport
• Evaraldo to score @13/2 Unibet
• Goals under 3.5 @2/11 10bet

Injury and Team News

Samuel Xavier is injured and will not be in action for Fluminense.

Bahia will be without the services of Ademir Santos, Caio Alexandre, Erick and two other players. They are all injured.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 73

Fluminense won: 35

Bahia won: 16

Draws: 22

Predicted Lineups

Fluminense predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Fábio (GK); Xavier, Silva, Freytes, René; Hércules, Martinelli; Canobbio, Nonato, Serna; Everaldo

Bahia predicted lineup (4-3-2-1)

Ronaldo (GK); Arias, Duarte, Ramos, Luciano Juba; Jean Lucas, Acevedo, Ribeiro; Cauly, Sanabria; Jose

Match Prediction

The Tricolor at home will be fully motivated to make a comeback here. Fluminense are likely to emerge victorious against Bahia in their upcoming Copa do Brasil quarterfinal.

Prediction: Fluminense 2-0 Bahia

Telecast Details

Brazil: SporTV, Premiere

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