Bahia will face Botafogo this Saturday in the 18th round of the Campeonato Brasileiro. Coach Rogério Ceni has confirmed a squad of 25 players ready for the clash.
Ronaldo Returns, João Paulo Absent
A significant highlight in the lineup is the return of goalkeeper Ronaldo. He is fit and has resumed training with the team. After recovering from his injury, Ronaldo is expected to take part in the match.
However, Bahia will also contend with notable absences. Midfielder Acevedo is sidelined due to a suspension from receiving his third yellow card. Additionally, left-back Iago Borduchi has been ruled out with a muscle injury sustained the day before the match.
Player Returns
Midfielders Rodrigo Nestor and Erick are back in the squad after serving their suspensions from the previous match. Their presence is likely to bolster Bahia’s midfield strength against Botafogo.
Squad Overview
Interestingly, João Paulo is not included in the squad, neither for starting nor as a reserve. His absence is due to a tactical decision rather than an injury.
Full Squad List
- Goalkeepers: Iuri, Victor, Ronaldo
- Defenders: Roman Gómez, Zé Guilherme, Gilberto, Gabriel Xavier, David Duarte, Kanu, Marcos Victor, Ramos Mingo
- Midfielders: Caio Alexandre, David Martins, Rodrigo Nestor, Erick, Everton Ribeiro, Jean Lucas, Michel Araújo
- Forwards: Everaldo, Sanabria, Willian José, Ademir, Erick Pulga, Caio Suassuna, Kike Olivera
As the match approaches, anticipation builds for both teams. Bahia aims for a strong performance despite the challenges posed by player absences.
