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The Brasileiro Serie A returns with a fresh set of fixtures as Palmeiras and Bahia go head-to-head on Sunday. Both sides are currently level on points in the upper echelons of the table and we anticipate a thrilling contest at Allianz Parque.
Palmeiras turned in a resilient team display as they scored two quick-fire goals to come from behind and salvage a 2-2 draw against Gremio at the Estádio Centenário on Thursday.
Before that, Abel Ferreira’s men saw their five-game winning streak come to an end on June 27, when they fell to a 3-0 loss against Fortaleza, five days before bouncing back in a 2-0 home victory over Corinthians.
Palmeiras now return home where they are unbeaten in their last seven matches, claiming five wins and one draw since a 2-0 loss against Athletico Paranaense on May 12.
Bahia, on the other hand, returned to winning ways last time out as they edged out Juventude 2-0 at the Fonte Nova Arena.
This followed a 3-1 defeat against Sao Paulo on June 30 which saw their run of two consecutive wins come to an end.
With 27 points from 14 matches, Bahia are currently fourth in the Serie A table, level on points with Palmeiras and Botafogo.
Palmeiras vs Bahia Head-To-Head and Key Numbers
- With 12 wins from the last 22 meetings between the sides, Palmeiras hold a clear upper hand in the history of this fixture.
- Bahia have picked up three wins in that time, while the spoils have been shared on nine occasions.
- Palmeiras are unbeaten in their last eight home games against Bahia, claiming five wins and three draws since a 2-0 loss in July 2012.
- Bahia are on a four-game winless run on the road, losing twice and claiming two draws since May’s 2-0 victory over Criciuma in the Copa do Brasil.
- Palmeiras have won all but one of their last six home matches across all competitions, with a goalless draw against San Lorenzo on May 30 being the exception.
Palmeiras vs Bahia Prediction
Palmeiras and Bahia have enjoyed an impressive campaign so far and we expect an action-packed contest at Allianz Parque. Ferrera’s men have been rock-solid at home in recent weeks and we fancy them to come away with all three points.
Prediction: Palmeiras 2-0 Bahia
Palmeiras vs Bahia Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - Palmeiras to win
Tip 2: Over 2.5 goals - No (There have been fewer than three goals scored in five of the last seven meetings between the sides)
Tip 3: Over 10.5 corners - Yes (There have also been at least 11 corner kicks in four of their last five clashes)
