21 Aug 2026
Vitória vs Bahia head-to-head record: Ba-Vi history and how to interpret the fixtures
Vitória and Bahia contest the Ba-Vi, the biggest derby in Bahia football. The head-to-head record varies depending on whether friendlies, defunct tournaments and annulled matches are included, so the figures should be separated by official matches and competition.
What is the Vitória vs Bahia derby?
Vitória vs Bahia is known as the Ba-Vi. The fixture brings together Salvador’s two best-supported clubs and carries particular importance in the Campeonato Baiano, Copa do Nordeste and, when the teams meet, national competitions. The rivalry began in 1932, the year of their first match, which Vitória won 3–0.
Vitória vs Bahia head-to-head history
The Ba-Vi has featured hundreds of matches over the decades. Bahia lead in many records of official meetings, but the totals for wins, draws and goals may vary. This is because some databases count friendlies, historic regional tournaments and matches involving youth or reserve teams, while others include only official professional fixtures.
Why the record varies between sources
When comparing figures, check the scope used by the source. A reliable record states its update date and separates the Campeonato Baiano, Copa do Nordeste, Brasileirão, Copa do Brasil and friendlies. It is also worth checking the venue: matches at Fonte Nova, Barradão and neutral stadiums produce different breakdowns.
How to analyse the latest Ba-Vis
The recent sample helps explain the teams’ current form, but it does not replace the overall record. Look at the last five or ten meetings, the scores, home advantage and competition. It is also useful to check for red cards, penalty shoot-outs and heavily rotated line-ups, as these factors can change the interpretation of an isolated result.
Conclusion
The Vitória vs Bahia head-to-head record should be assessed according to the competition and period analysed, without automatically combining every match ever played. This fixture has a full pre-match analysis at pksport.net.
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