Bahia Overview

Neymar nets penalty brace on return to dent Flamengo's title charge

Neymar marked his return from injury in style by coming off the bench to score twice from the spot and rescue a 2-2 draw for Santos against Flamengo on Thursday. The talismanic forward halted the Serie A leaders' winning momentum at Vila Belmiro, providing title rivals Palmeiras with a major boost during a frantic second half.

Santos boss rules 'below par' Neymar out of next game

Santos head coach Cuca has jumped to the defence of Neymar following a frustrating display in the Copa do Brasil, albeit while admitting the superstar forward was "a bit below par" during their 0-0 stalemate against Cortiba. The former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain man’s performance compounded another difficult evening for the Brazilian side, who have managed just one win in their last six outings, and Cuca has confirmed he won't play in their next fixture.

'The Brazilian Haaland' who dreams of playing for City

They say you should never meet your heroes, but Brazilian teenage prodigy Dell probably wouldn't agree. The Bahia and Brazil Under-17s striker has idolised Erling Haaland since he was a child, so imagine the excitement he got when, one day in training, he received a video message from the Manchester City hitman.

Tottenham Hotspur U23 v Manchester City U23 - Premier League 2

Man City confirm exit of £9m forgotten man

Manchester City have officially confirmed the departure of Brazilian winger Kayky to Bahia in a permanent deal. After having signed with the Citizens for £9 million ($12m)in 2021, the youngster failed to cement a first-team role and spent most of his time on loan. As City begin reshaping their squad, Kayky’s exit marks the start of more expected changes at the Etihad this summer.

Bahia vs America de Cali: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Copa Sudamericana match between Bahia and America de Cali, as well as kick-off time and team news.

Botafogo v Corinthians - Brasileirao 2025

Ex-Palace owner Textor labelled 'clown and swindler'

Botafogo owner John Textor faces intense fan backlash amid a woeful 2025 season that has seen the club eliminated from two major cups and fall short in the Brasileirao. Supporters protested at Nilton Santos Stadium, labelling the ex-Crystal Palace stakeholder a 'clown and swindler' and citing the instability seen across his multi-club empire. The mounting crisis forced the club to reinforce security ahead of their fixture against Bahia.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
4	Athletico Paranaense	29	14	8	7	45	34	11	50	D W D L D
5	Cruzeiro	29	14	6	9	44	40	4	48	W W L W L
6	Bahia	29	12	10	7	43	36	7	46	L L W W W
7	Atletico MG	29	12	8	9	39	34	5	44	D W D W L
8	Santos FC	29	11	9	9	45	43	2	42	D W W W W

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