Bahia survived a scare to defeat Retro FC Brasil 3-2 in the Brazilian Cup on July 31, 2025. The match, which kicked off at 06:30, saw the top-flight side eventually overcome a spirited challenge from a lower-league opponent. Bahia's superior quality ultimately told, but they were pushed all the way by a determined Retro FC side that refused to be overawed. The victory sees Bahia advance in the tournament, but the performance will have given their coaching staff plenty to analyze. For Retro FC Brasil, the narrow defeat is a creditable result that they can build upon for the rest of their season.