Bahia is the great champion of the 2025 Baiano Championship! In a thrilling final against Vitória, the Tricolor held off the opponent’s pressure and secured the state title. The decisive match was marked by tense moments, controversial plays, and fierce competition until the final whistle.
Match Summary: Vitória vs. Bahia – 2025 Baiano Final
The final between Vitória and Bahia was a true spectacle of Bahian football. The game started intensely, with Bahia taking the lead in the first half and Vitória pressing hard in the second half. Despite the Lion’s dangerous attacks, the Tricolor managed to maintain their advantage.
Match Summary Table
| Match | Vitória vs. Bahia | |
| Date | March 17, 2025 | |
| Venue | Arena Fonte Nova, Salvador | |
| Final Score | Vitória 0 x 1 Bahia | |
| Goal(s) | Biel (Bahia – 32′ 1st Half) | |
| Yellow Cards | Vitória: 3 | Bahia: 2 |
| Red Cards | None | |
| Possession | Vitória 47% – 53% Bahia | |
| Shots on Goal | Vitória 5 – 8 Bahia | |
| Corner Kicks | Vitória 4 – 6 Bahia | |
| Fouls Committed | Vitória 14 – 11 Bahia | |
| Winning Coach | Rogério Ceni |
Final Highlights
- Biel shines again: The Bahia forward scored the only goal of the match, securing the title for the Tricolor.
- Solid defense: Bahia’s defense withstood Vitória’s relentless pressure in the final minutes.
- Controversies and complaints: Vitória’s players and fans protested against alleged referee mistakes.
- Passionate fans: Bahia’s victory celebrations were intense both inside the stadium and throughout Salvador.
- Recent history: With this victory, Bahia now boasts 51 state titles, reinforcing their dominance in Bahian football.
Team Lineups
Bahia:
Marcelo Lomba; Cicinho, Kanu, Vitor Hugo, Matheus Bahia; Rezende, Cauly, Everton Ribeiro; Biel, Thaciano, Everaldo. Coach: Rogério Ceni.
Vitória:
Lucas Arcanjo; Zeca, Wagner Leonardo, Camutanga, Railan; Rodrigo Andrade, Dudu, Luan; Osvaldo, Alerrandro, Tréllez. Coach: Léo Condé.
Watch the Best Moments of the Final
Check out the most exciting plays of the 2025 Baiano Championship final:
Baiano Final 2025 | Best Moments
Conclusion
With a decisive goal and a solid performance, Bahia has made history once again in the 2025 Baiano Championship. Despite their defeat, Vitória played an excellent match and will look ahead to future challenges.
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