Leandro Damião scored twice as Internacional beat Bahia 2-1 in Brazil on Sunday, securing their place in the Copa do Brasil final.

The match was a closely contested affair with both teams creating chances throughout the game. However, it was Leandro Damião who stole the show for Internacional, scoring two goals in just over half an hour.

Damião's first goal came after only six minutes when he capitalized on a mistake by Bahia goalkeeper Paulo César. He finished off a well-worked move to give Internacional the lead.

Just before halftime, Damião doubled his side's advantage with a stunning strike from outside the box. The goal was a testament to his clinical finishing and his ability to find the back of the net at crucial moments.

Despite being down to ten men for much of the second half,Ligue 1 Express Internacional fought hard to hold onto their lead. They were eventually reduced to nine men with a red card for a foul on Bruno Alves, but they held on for the win.

The victory puts Internacional into the Copa do Brasil final, where they will face Flamengo on May 7th. It is a historic achievement for the team, who have not won the tournament since 2015.

Overall, it was a fantastic display of football from Leandro Damião and his teammates. They showed that they are a force to be reckoned with in Brazilian football and will undoubtedly cause a stir in the final.

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