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Santos v Bahia Stats

Data last updated: Sat 24 Oct 2026, 08:23 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Santos hosts Bahia in a Serie A clash where both sides are closely matched in the league standings, with Bahia slightly ahead. Santos has shown stronger recent form, accumulating 10 points in their last five matches compared to Bahia's 6. Santos' attack has been more potent, averaging 1.8 goals per game, while Bahia struggles with just 0.8. The tactical battle will likely see Santos pressing to capitalize on their home advantage and attacking edge, while Bahia aims to contain and counter. This fixture carries significance for both teams as they seek to solidify their position in the top half of the table.

BT4Y best bet

Santos to Win

  • Santos has earned 10 points in their last five matches, showing better recent form than Bahia's 6 points.
  • Santos averages 1.8 goals per game, more than double Bahia's 0.8, indicating stronger attacking threat.
  • Both teams have similar defensive records, conceding 1.4 goals per game, suggesting Santos' attack could be decisive.
  • Santos boasts a 100% over 2.5 goals rate recently, reflecting high-scoring matches involving them.
  • Bahia's BTTS rate is only 40%, while Santos' is 100%, highlighting Santos' offensive consistency.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model assigns a 67.4% chance for Santos to win, reflecting their superior recent form and attacking output. Santos' higher goals per game and perfect over 2.5 goals rate suggest they create and convert more chances. The implied of 1.91 offer positive value compared to the market's 52.4% implied chance. Player-level data supports this with Neymar and Gabriel Barbosa leading Santos' attack with strong goal threat and shot volume. This combination of form, attack potency, and value pricing underpins the in Santos to secure victory.

Recent FormSantos earned 10 points vs Bahia's 6 in last five matches
Strong positive
Attack StrengthSantos averages 1.8 goals per game, Bahia 0.8
Strong positive
Value Edge67.4% model chance vs 52.4% implied (+15 pts)
Strong positive
Player ImpactNeymar and Gabriel Barbosa show high goal threat and shot volume
Positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Santos' recent form and attacking firepower make them the clear favorite to win this match. Their ability to score consistently, led by Neymar and Gabriel Barbosa, combined with Bahia's modest offensive output, suggests Santos will control the game and secure the three points. The data supports backing Santos to capitalize on their home advantage and superior goal threat.

Main risk

Rotation, motivation and a slow tempo are the main cautions before treating the result price as settled.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Attacking strength and match control

“Santos' attacking duo, Neymar and Gabriel Barbosa, provide a potent offensive threat that Bahia will struggle to contain, making Santos the logical choice for victory in this fixture.”

Key Data Signals

Santos to Win evidence

Santos has earned 10 points in their last five matches, showing better recent form than Bahia's 6 points.

Santos averages 1.8 goals per game, more than double Bahia's 0.8, indicating stronger attacking threat.

Both teams have similar defensive records, conceding 1.4 goals per game, suggesting Santos' attack could be decisive.

Santos boasts a 100% over 2.5 goals rate recently, reflecting high-scoring matches involving them.

What To Watch In The Data

Santos to Win notes

  • In the last ten meetings, the average goals per game stand at 2.3, supporting the trend for over 2.5 goals in this fixture.
  • Santos' recent 100% over 2.5 goals rate further suggests a high-tempo, attacking match likely to produce multiple goals.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Santos1.8
Avg goals scored
Bahia0.8
Santos1.4
Avg goals conceded
Bahia1.4
Santos100%
BTTS rate
Bahia40%
Santos100%
Over 2.5 goals
Bahia60%
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBetMGM guide price · Model 76% vs implied 62% · edge +14.3 pts
1.62
Check odds @ 1.62
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 86%
1.22
Check odds @ 1.22
Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 68%
1.75
Check odds @ 1.75
Over 3.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 50%
2.75
Check odds @ 2.75
Under 2.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 36%
2.05
Check odds @ 2.05
BTTS NoBetfred guide price · model 28%
2.2
Check odds @ 2.2
Santos' matches have consistently featured goals, with a 100% over 2.5 goals rate and BTTS rate, indicating open games and offensive intent. Bahia's lower BTTS rate of 40% suggests they score less frequently, but Santos' attacking prowess likely ensures goals from both sides.
Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Market aligned with main pickSantos to WinBetfred guide price · Model 67% vs implied 52% · edge +15 pts
1.91
Check odds @ 1.91
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BTTS YesBetMGM guide price · model 76%
1.62
Check odds @ 1.62
Santos Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 75%
1.52
Check odds @ 1.52
Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 68%
1.75
Check odds @ 1.75
Over 8.5 CornersBetUK guide price · model 75%
1.3
Check odds @ 1.3
The 67.4% for Santos to Win sits against roughly 52.4% implied by the current price (+15 pts). Santos have the stronger recent points return, taking 10 points from the sample compared with 6 for Bahia.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Santos

WLDWW
Last 53W 1D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 107W 2D 1L
18 Oct 2026A Fluminense2-1
11 Oct 2026A Atletico-MG1-2
08 Oct 2026H Flamengo2-2
03 Oct 2026A Sao Paulo2-1
19 Sep 2026A Remo2-1

Bahia

LWLLW
Last 52W 0D 3L
Last 5 record
Last 105W 2D 3L
18 Oct 2026H Flamengo0-3
11 Oct 2026H Mirassol1-0
09 Oct 2026A Palmeiras0-1
20 Sep 2026A Atletico Paranaense1-2
15 Sep 2026H Remo2-1
Market aligned with main pickSantos to WinBetfred guide price · Model 67% vs implied 52% · edge +15 pts
1.91
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Home / DrawBet365 guide price · model 86%
1.25
Check odds @ 1.25
Santos Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 75%
1.52
Check odds @ 1.52
Santos' accumulation of 10 points in recent matches contrasts with Bahia's 6, reflecting better momentum and . Santos' ability to score 1.8 goals per game while maintaining a similar defensive concession rate to Bahia suggests a more balanced and effective team performance lately.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

100%Santos Over 2.5
60%Bahia Over 2.5
2.3H2H avg goals
In the last ten meetings, the average goals per game stand at 2.3, supporting the trend for over 2.5 goals in this fixture. Santos' recent 100% over 2.5 goals rate further suggests a high-tempo, attacking match likely to produce multiple goals.

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