BR Round Ends with Leaders Extending Lead, Fightbacks

In a dramatic round of the Brazilian Championship, league leaders Palmeiras defeated Bahia to extend their advantage at the top. Corinthians sacked manager Dorival Júnior after losing to Internacional, while Santos saw their lead evaporate as Flamengo fought back for a draw. Chapecoense played most of the match with a numerical advantage but could only secure a draw against Vitória.

Elsewhere, Red Bull Bragantino continued Mirassol's poor run with a victory, and Remo missed a penalty and went down to 10 men before holding Grêmio to a draw. The updated table shows Bahia, Flamengo, Botafogo, Vitória, Chapecoense, and Mirassol each with one game in hand.