Overview
- Bahia won the Ba‑Vi derby 2–0 at Vitória's Barradão with a second‑half header from Alejo Véliz and a stoppage‑time finish by Jean Lucas.
- Véliz scored in his first Ba‑Vi appearance and later said he had told his fiancée before the match that he would find the net.
- The victory halted Bahia's run of five consecutive league draws and lifted the club to sixth place with 37 points.
- Vitória stayed 12th with 29 points, finished 2026 without a Ba‑Vi win, and must quickly refocus for its Copa do Brasil quarterfinal on August 26.
- Players and local media warned the defeat hurts Vitória's confidence and could increase pressure near the relegation zone while Bahia presses for a return to the top positions.