Brazilian Serie A round 22: Bahia‑Vasco and Flamengo‑Vitória match previews

Esporte Clube Bahia enters its next home game against CR Vasco da Gama with an unbeaten record at the Arena Fonte Nova. Since the stadium opened in 2013, Bahia has not lost in Salvador, posting eight wins and three draws in 11 encounters. The most recent meeting in November 2025 ended 1‑0 to Bahia, and the clubs will meet again on Sunday in the 22nd round of the national league.

Clube de Regatas do Flamengo, sitting second in the standings, travels to the Maracanã to face Esporte Clube Vitória. Flamengo trails leaders Palmeiras by eight points and aims to narrow the gap. The team has lost only one of its last eight matches across all competitions. Vitória, currently 13th with 26 points, has not won in its last three league games. Both sides have injury concerns, with Flamengo missing Luiz Araújo and Vitória sidelining several players. Line‑ups and officiating details have been released ahead of the Sunday fixtures.