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Heated Bahia Derby Ends in Tense Draw
Salvador, Brazil – A match full of emotions and cards, ending in a controversial finish, saw Vitoria and Bahia draw at the Estádio Manoel Barradas. The match, valid for round 28 of the Brazilian Serie A, was marked by intensity and friction from the opening whistle.
Vitoria took the lead in the 26th minute thanks to a penalty converted by Renato Kayzer. However, Bahia responded before halftime with a goal from Tiago in the 41st minute, assisted by Nicolas Acevedo. The first half concluded with a flurry of yellow cards, reflecting the vehemence with which every ball was contested.
In the second half, Vitoria regained the lead in the 64th minute thanks to a goal from R. Caceres. Bahia tried to react, but encountered a solid defense and a combative midfield. The match continued to be disrupted, with constant interruptions due to fouls and warnings. Tension reached its peak in added time, when Dudu, from Vitoria, saw a red card, leaving his team with ten men. Ultimately, the score remained unchanged, sealing a draw that, given the circumstances, can be considered bittersweet for both teams. Vitoria, with 35% possession and more fouls committed (20), fought to defend their lead, while Bahia, with 65% possession, failed to turn their dominance into a victory. Referee Anderson Daronco had a busy night, showing a total of 9 yellow cards and 1 red card.
Substitutions vitoria: at minute 46 Ronald Lopes came in and Dudu went out., at minute 60 A. Cantalapiedra came in and Matheuzinho went out., at minute 72 Renato Kayzer came in and R. Lopez went out., at minute 85 Erick came in and Osvaldo went out.
Substitutions bahia: at minute 66 M. Sanabria came in and Kayky went out., at minute 66 Nicolas Acevedo came in and Iago Borduchi went out., at minute 74 Rodrigo came in and Cauly went out., at minute 74 Rezende came in and Michel Araujo went out., at minute 81 Ademir came in and Ruan Pablo went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Vitoria
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