Corinthians vs Bahia Prediction: Fight for a place in the Copa Libertadores

Botafogo's victory in the Copa Libertadores final has opened up another place for Brazilian clubs in the next edition of the historic competition. The top six teams are already qualified, but it remains to be seen who the other two will be. The seventh and eighth-placed sides will also enter the greatest South American club tournament. Currently, Corinthians is eighth and Bahia seventh, both with 50 points.

The Timão is going through its best period of the season by far, and its players have tremendous confidence. In the last round in Criciúma, Corinthians was 2-0 down at half-time and won 4-2 with a magnificent comeback. Garro in the 62nd minute and Bidu in the 65th minute leveled the score, leaving Corinthians with a psychological advantage over the opposition. Yuri Alberto scored the two goals that set up the final result in the 83rd and 94th minutes, increasing the number of goals the striker has scored in this Brasileirão to 13. The Paulistas secured their seventh consecutive league win and are the favorites among the candidates to qualify for the Copa Libertadores. A win over Bahia could guarantee their target if Cruzeiro loses against Palmeiras.

After seven winless rounds, the Steel Squadron finally won a game and, with the opening of another Copa Libertadores spot, regained hope of entering the competition most desired by South American clubs. After conceding an early goal, Bahia won 2-1 away against Cuiabá, showing the determination that had been lacking for some time. The Baianos scored through Ademir in the 37th minute and Luciano Rodríguez in the 84th minute to secure a crucial result. Bahia has the same points as Corinthians but has the advantage in the tie-breaker. A draw at the Neo Química Arena would be an excellent result for the Salvador club as it would maintain seventh place before hosting Atlético Goianiense in the final round.

Both sides have 50 points and are fighting for a place in the Copa Libertadores. Corinthians is on a winning streak and is the favorite. After seven winless matches, Bahia finally won a game in the last round and has gained some confidence. The Baianos may perform well, but I will bet on Corinthians winning, as it looks unstoppable.