Internacional Struggles in Relegation Battle Amid Draw with Bahia
Internacional draws with Bahia and remains just above relegation zone in the 2025 Campeonato Brasileiro, with coach Ramón Díaz confident about avoiding the drop.
- • Internacional is 15th in the league with 37 points, four points clear of relegation.
- • They drew 2-2 with Bahia, extending their winless streak to five games.
- • Coach Ramón Díaz guarantees Internacional will not be relegated.
- • Key upcoming matches include games against Flamengo, Palmeiras, and Santos.
- • Bahia made a late comeback to secure a draw, remaining in 5th place.
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Internacional remains in a precarious position in the 2025 Campeonato Brasileiro as they continue their fight to avoid relegation, currently sitting 15th with 37 points, only four points above the relegation zone. Their recent 2-2 draw against Bahia at Beira-Rio marked their fifth game without a win, highlighting the challenges the team faces as the season approaches its final matches.
In the match against Bahia, Internacional initially took a strong lead with two goals from Vitinho, one in the first half and another early in the second. However, Bahia mounted a resilient comeback with Willian José scoring in the 14th minute of the second half and Tiago netting a late equalizer in stoppage time, stealing a valuable point from Internacional that could have eased their relegation fears.
Despite the draw, coach Ramón Díaz expressed confidence that Internacional will avoid relegation. Speaking after the match, Díaz stated, "Óbvio que garanto que não vamos cair" (Obviously, I guarantee we will not be relegated). He urged fans who do not believe in the team's quality to avoid attending matches to support a more positive atmosphere, emphasizing the squad's capabilities.
Internacional’s upcoming fixtures include critical matches against powerhouses Flamengo and Palmeiras, as well as a decisive game against relegation rivals Santos on November 24 at Beira-Rio. Santos currently sits just below Internacional with 33 points, underscoring the pressure of these remaining contests.
Meanwhile, Bahia, who remains in 5th place with 53 points, demonstrated their strength by coming from behind, solidifying their spot in the upper half of the league table. The broader league context saw São Paulo losing 1-0 to Red Bull Bragantino, diminishing their chances of securing a G7 finish needed for Copa Libertadores qualification.
As Internacional battles to secure their place in Brazil’s top division, the upcoming matches will be pivotal. Coach Díaz’s assurance and the team’s fight on the pitch encapsulate the tension and determination threading through their relegation fight.