Esporte Clube Bahia is set to face Itabirito-MG in the round of 16 of the Women's Copa do Brasil. The single match will take place at the Arena do Jacaré in Sete Lagoas and is scheduled for July 22 or 23, with the exact date to be confirmed by the CBF. Bahia secured its spot among the top 16 teams after a narrow 1-0 victory over Planalto-GO in the third round of the competition. The club aims to replicate its success from 2025 when it reached the semifinals but was eliminated by Ferroviária.

Bahia's opponent, Itabirito, began its journey in the Women's Copa do Brasil in the first round, where they defeated Sport 2-1. In the second round, the Minas Gerais team beat Ceará at home 2-0, and now they prepare for the challenge against the Bahia tricolor. This will be Itabirito's third consecutive match against a northeastern team, adding an extra layer of rivalry to the game.

In addition to the sporting contest, the match also brings significant prize money. The team that advances to the quarter-finals will secure a reward of R$ 120,000. Esporte Clube Bahia has already guaranteed R$ 180,000 in prizes from the CBF by reaching the round of 16, highlighting the importance of the tournament for the club and its players. Expectations are high among fans, who are looking forward to a strong performance from the team in their pursuit of the national title.