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In a captivating Brazilian Serie A match held at Casa de Apostas Arena Fonte Nova on May 31, 2025, Bahia emerged victorious against São Paulo with a score of 2-1. The home side, employing a 4-3-3 formation, dominated possession with 58.6%, while São Paulo, playing with a 4-2-3-1 setup, struggled to maintain control, holding only 41.4% of the ball. Bahia registered 13 total shots, with 7 finding the target, compared to São Paulo's 14 shots with just 4 on target, demonstrating Bahia's superior accuracy.
Willian José was the hero for Bahia, netting both goals in the 53rd and 73rd minutes, the latter being a penalty. Luciano scored a penalty for São Paulo in the 85th minute, but it wasn't enough to change the course of the game. The match saw Bahia commit 13 fouls and receive one yellow card, while São Paulo committed 11 fouls and were shown two yellow cards. The AI prediction favored a Bahia win, which proved accurate, even though the AI model did not expect a balanced game.
Looking at their recent form, Bahia has had a mixed run, with losses in the CONMEBOL Libertadores and Brazilian Serie A but victories in the Copa do Brasil and another Serie A match before this game. São Paulo's form is similar, showcasing wins in both CONMEBOL Libertadores and Copa do Brasil, along with a Serie A victory, but also suffering a loss and a draw in other recent matches.
Considering Bahia's upcoming match against Red Bull Bragantino on June 12, their recent victory will boost their confidence. Red Bull Bragantino has had a decent run of form, including a recent win and a high-scoring victory in the Copa do Brasil. The head-to-head record between Bahia and Red Bull Bragantino shows a mixed bag of results.
Meanwhile, São Paulo will face Vasco da Gama on June 12. Vasco da Gama's recent form has been inconsistent, with a win in the CONMEBOL Sudamericana but losses and draws in other competitions. Historically, São Paulo has dominated Vasco da Gama in head-to-head encounters.
In their previous encounters, Bahia has struggled against São Paulo, losing the last three matches. This victory breaks that negative streak and marks a significant win for Bahia in their campaign. The game showcased Bahia's ability to capitalize on home advantage and convert opportunities, while São Paulo needs to improve their finishing and defensive solidity for their upcoming matches.

On May 31, 2025, Bahia and São Paulo will clash at Casa de Apostas Arena Fonte Nova in Salvador, Brazil, for a Brazilian Serie A match. AI is predicting a Bahia victory, despite São Paulo holding a slightly higher team rate (0.637 versus Bahia's 0.583). However, Bahia’s home win probability stands at 42.6%, exceeding São Paulo's 30%, with a 27.4% chance of a draw. Bahia's recent form has been mixed, with losses in the CONMEBOL Libertadores against Internacional and in Serie A against Grêmio, but also victories in Copa do Brasil and Serie A, while São Paulo has also seen a blend of wins, losses, and draws. Bahia will rely on the creative spark of their attacking midfielder, Cauly Oliveira, to unlock São Paulo's defense. Meanwhile, São Paulo's hopes rest on the shoulders of their experienced striker, Jonathan Calleri, to find the back of the net. Recent head-to-head history favors São Paulo, but AI algorithms suggest a shift in fortunes favoring the home side.