Atlético-MG Hosts Bahia in Critical Serie A Match

Belo Horizonte, Brazil — Atlético-MG is set to face Bahia on Wednesday, November 5, at 8 p.m. local time in a crucial match for both teams in the Campeonato Brasileiro Serie A. The game will take place at the Arena MRV and will be aired live on Premiere.

The home team is looking to bounce back after a goalless draw against Internacional, where they played with 10 men for much of the match. Currently in 13th place with 37 points, Atlético-MG aims to distance itself from the relegation zone while preparing for the Copa Sul-Americana final scheduled for November 22 against Lanús in Paraguay.

Bahia, on the other hand, holds the 5th spot in the league with 52 points, following a comeback victory over Bragantino. The team managed to turn the game around to secure a 2-1 win, and is eager to improve its away record, which currently features four consecutive losses.

Atlético-MG will be without Vitor Hugo and coach Jorge Sampaoli, both suspended after the match against Internacional. However, the team welcomes back Guilherme Arana and Gustavo Scarpa, who return from suspension. The likely lineup for Atlético includes Everson, Saravia, Ruan Tressoldi, Junior Alonso, Guilherme Arana, Alan Franco, Fausto Vera, Gustavo Scarpa, Bernard, Dudu, and Rony.

Meanwhile, Bahia coach Rogério Ceni is adjusting his squad as he anticipates the return of Ademir to the offense. Ramos Mingo is out due to suspension, leaving options like Kanu or Rezende to fill in. The expected lineup for Bahia features Ronaldo, Santiago Arias, David Duarte, Kanu, Luciano Juba, Nicolas Acevedo, Michel Araújo, Jean Lucas, Ademir, Erick Pulga, and Willian José.

The match’s referee will be Davi de Oliveira Lacerda, with the hope of a fair and competitive game. Given the stakes for both teams, fans can expect an intense encounter as Atlético-MG fights for stability in the league and Bahia aims for a strong push towards a Libertadores qualification.