EC Bahia vs Fortaleza EC, Serie A 2021 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
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EC Bahia vs Fortaleza EC — Serie A .
- EC Bahia 22 games · 33 pts (2026/26)
- Fortaleza EC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/26)
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SE Palmeiras | 23 | 48 |
| 2 | CR Flamengo | 21 | 42 |
| 3 | CA Paranaense | 23 | 41 |
| 4 | Fluminense FC | 23 | 38 |
| 5 | EC Bahia | 22 | 33 |
| 6 | Cruzeiro EC | 22 | 33 |
| 7 | RB Bragantino | 22 | 32 |
| 8 | SC Corinthians Paulista | 22 | 32 |
| 9 | Coritiba FBC | 23 | 31 |
| 10 | Botafogo FR | 21 | 30 |
| 11 | CA Mineiro | 21 | 29 |
| 12 | Sao Paulo FC | 22 | 27 |
| 13 | EC Vitoria | 22 | 26 |
| 14 | Gremio FBPA | 21 | 25 |
| 15 | SC Internacional | 22 | 23 |
| 16 | Mirassol FC | 21 | 23 |
| 17 | Santos FC | 21 | 22 |
| 18 | CR Vasco da Gama | 21 | 22 |
| 19 | Clube do Remo | 22 | 22 |
| 20 | Chapecoense AF | 21 | 10 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Sep | Fortaleza EC | H | 4–2 | W |
| 30 Aug | Fluminense FC | A | 0–2 | L |
| 21 Aug | Gremio FBPA | A | 0–2 | L |
| 15 Aug | AC Goianiense | H | 1–2 | L |
| 08 Aug | Cuiaba EC | A | 1–1 | D |
| 01 Aug | SC Recife | H | 0–1 | L |
Key Stats
67%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (12 games)
H2H (12 games)
58%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
41%
Clean Sheets
EC Bahia this season
EC Bahia this season
Goal Timing (This Season)
EC Bahia
0-15
2/1
16-30
1/3
31-45
3/4
46-60
2/–
61-75
3/2
76+
5/2
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
EC Bahia
| Luciano Juba | 7 G | 1 A |
| Everaldo | 4 G | |
| Willian Jose | 3 G | 1 A |
Events
Match Events
- 0' The stage is set the green flag drops! Another match against EC Bahia and Fortaleza EC has kicked off!
- 5' Brazil international Marcelo Boeck has been a key figure this campaign — 0 goals and 0 assists in the Array this season.
- 10' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 15' Spectators do not have much to choose from both teams. The sides had several scoring chances but they still need a bit more than just a sight of a goal.
- 20' Not even hints on scoring a goal over the last 20 minutes.
- 25' Although teams showed high tempo form the start, they seem to slow down a bit. Both sides really need to catch a fire. Otherwise, we have another goalless match.
- 30' EC Bahia seems to be on a short break. The game is mainly concentrated in the center. It’s high time they got back to action. Otherwise, it looks like a goalless game.
- 35' Jackson has been one of the livelier players on the pitch with 0 goals to his name this season.
- 37' The referee calls foul for Matheus Teixeira. He receives a Yellow card.
- 42' A goal from the Colombia international Hugo Rodallega! He fires home on 42 to make it 1-0!
- 47' The teams are not in a rush to score plenty of goals. It might look strange considering Fortaleza EC that had 266 games and scored 352 goals.
- 52' The energy levels are beginning to show. Juan Pablo Vojvoda might look to freshen things up shortly.
- 54' Another change for EC Bahia made on 54 minute. Rossi leaves to be changed by Maycon.
- 55' Maycon has so much to prove this time. He replaces Rossi on 55 minute.
- 59' Fortaleza EC manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Matheus is hanging Romarinho on the field on 59 minute.
- 60' Time for substitution for Fortaleza EC. Romarinho is replaced by Matheus.
- 64' What a strike from Hugo Rodallega! The score is 2-0.
- 67' Hugo Rodallega has been a constant threat and now delivers with a goal on 67 minutes.
- 68' Lucas Lima has so much to prove this time. He replaces Jackson on 68 minute.
- 70' Yago Pikachu adds to his 1 season tally! Fortaleza EC lead 3-1 — and this changes everything.
- 73' The crowd applauds Robson as he leaves the pitch. Wellington Paulista steps in for Fortaleza EC.
- 74' Matheus does the damage! The net is bulging and Fortaleza EC surge ahead!
- 76' Against the run of play, Hugo Rodallega has scored! This game has turned on its head.
- 80' Poor challenge from Patrick. The referee spots it immediately and shows the Yellow card.
- 81' The Fortaleza EC bench stirs into life. Yago Pikachu is withdrawn and Edinho gets his opportunity.
- 82' The supporters are chanting for Luizao. He replaces Danielzinho on 82 minute.
- 85' The referee reaches into his pocket. Out comes the Yellow card for Juninho Capixaba.
- 86' The referee has no hesitation. German Conti is booked for EC Bahia — Yellow card on 86.
- 90' Controversy at the stadium! Titi argues furiously but the Yellow card stands.
- The referee brings this contest to a close. EC Bahia take all three points.
Lineups
EC Bahia Lineups
Starting XI
- 29
- 2
- 3
- 32
- 23
- 5
- 19
- 34
-
10
Rodriguinho ↓ Patrick 59'
- 7
-
8
Danielzinho ↓ Luizao 82'
Bench
Coach
Dado Cavalcanti
Fortaleza EC Lineups
Starting XI
-
22
Yago Pikachu ↓ Edinho 81'
-
4
Jackson ↓ Lucas Lima 68'
- 1
- 16
- 44
- 10
- 2
-
7
Robson ↓ Wellington Paulista 73'
- 20
- 13
-
19
Angelo Henriquez ↓ David 59'
Bench
- 26
-
18
Edinho ↑ 81'
- 12
-
9
Wellington Paulista ↑ 73'
-
25
Lucas Lima ↑ 68'
- 30
- 77
-
17
David ↑ 59'
-
96
Matheus ↑ 59'
- 14
- 11
- 34
Coach
Juan Pablo Vojvoda
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Hugo Rodallega | 4 |
| Marinho | 3 |
| Rodriguinho | 3 |
| Juninho | 2 |
| Yago Pikachu | 2 |
| Gilberto | 2 |
| Tinga | 1 |
| Kanu | 1 |
Head to Head
EC Bahia Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.9
EC Bahia xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.33
Fortaleza EC xG
I would bet for:
Both teams to score 63% + Over 2.5 goals 62%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: EC Bahia win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.23
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 94% |
|
6% |
| ± 1.5 | 83% |
|
17% |
| ± 2.5 | 62% |
|
38% |
| ± 3.5 | 40% |
|
60% |
| ± 4.5 | 23% |
|
77% |
Double Chance
EC Bahia or Draw
75%
Draw or Fortaleza EC
49%
EC Bahia or Fortaleza EC
76%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: EC Bahia win at HT
Correct Score
✗ 4–2 not predicted4 – 2Actual
1 – 1
10.9%
2 – 1
9.1%
2 – 0
7.1%
1 – 0
6.8%
1 – 2
6.4%
2 – 2
6.1%
3 – 1
5.8%
0 – 0
5.5%
0 – 1
4.5%
3 – 0
4.4%
3 – 2
3.9%
0 – 2
3.5%
Asian Handicap — EC Bahia
| Handicap | EC Bahia covers | Push | Fortaleza EC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 13% | — | 87% |
| -2 | 13% | 15% | 71% |
| -1.5 | 29% | — | 71% |
| -1 | 29% | 21% | 51% |
| -0.5 | 49% | — | 51% |
| +0.5 | 74% | — | 26% |
| +1 | 74% | 14% | 12% |
| +1.5 | 88% | — | 12% |
| +2 | 88% | 8% | 4% |
| +2.5 | 96% | — | 4% |
Clean Sheet
EC Bahia keeps clean sheet
27%
✓
Fortaleza EC keeps clean sheet
16%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.