Bahia vs Atlético Goianiense Prediction: Bahia close to reaching the Copa Libertadores

Bahia hosts the last-placed team in the final round of the Brasileirão in a game where it is the clear favorite. The Baianos are in eighth place, in a position to qualify for the Copa Libertadores, one point ahead of Cruzeiro. Despite a disappointing second half of the season, their goal is close to being achieved.

The Steel Squadron could already be qualified for the Copa Libertadores if it had defeated Corinthians in the previous round. However, the Timão is the team in the best form in the league and picked up its eighth straight win. Dutchman Depay was outstanding, with two goals scored, including a magnificent free kick. Bahia can still confirm entry into the legendary South American competition by beating Atlético Goianiense. If the Baianos don't win, they'll have to hope that Cruzeiro fails to defeat Juventude on the road.

The Dragon is already relegated but managed to get out of the last place it had been in for months after beating Fortaleza in the previous round. Atlético conceded a goal after 12 minutes, and three minutes later, the visitors could have made it 2-0, but Lucero missed a penalty. The Goianos started to believe that it was possible to get a good result, and they played their best match of the season, winning 3-1.

Despite a below-par second half of the season, with only the 13th-best record among all the teams, the Baianos go into the final round with a chance of qualifying for the Copa Libertadores. To do that, they must beat Atlético Goianiense, ranked 19th and already relegated. The Goianos defeated Fortaleza in their previous match and are playing without pressure, so Bahia must be prepared for the difficulties. It's the game of the season for the Salvador club. Bahia only needs the same result as Cruzeiro, as it has one point more than its direct opponent. I'm backing Bahia to win with a maximum of four goals scored in the match to increase the odds.