Sevilla vs Espanyol Preview - A Breakthrough Battle in La Liga

The match between Sevilla and Espanyol will take place at 9:15 PM on May 9, 2026, with both teams striving to accumulate points in the final stages of the season. With their respective positions at 17th and 13th in the league table, this is a crucial opportunity for Sevilla to capitalize on their home advantage and close the gap with the mid-table teams.

Current form and circumstances

Sevilla currently sits 17th with 37 points after 34 rounds. Their form in their last five matches is two wins and three losses. On average, Sevilla scores 1.2 goals per game but concedes 1.6 goals. Their home ground, Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán, will be a significant advantage, as they have secured six victories there since the start of the season.

Conversely, Espanyol is currently ranked 13th with 39 points. However, the visitors' recent form is worrying as they have not won any of their last 5 league matches (2 draws and 3 losses). This season, Espanyol has only managed 4 wins out of 17 away games, demonstrating a lack of consistency when playing away from home.

Head-to-head history and key statistics

The head-to-head history favors Sevilla. In the last five encounters, Sevilla has won three, drawn one, and lost only one. Although Espanyol defeated Sevilla 2-1 in the first leg in November 2025, previous trips to Sevilla's stadium have consistently resulted in unfavorable outcomes for Espanyol.

• Goal difference:Sevilla scored 41 goals and conceded 55.
• Goal difference:Espanyol scored 37 goals and conceded 51.

Team situation and expected lineup

Both coaches are facing personnel issues due to injuries. Sevilla will be without M. Bueno due to a knee injury and Marcao due to a wrist injury. I. Romero's availability is still uncertain and awaits assessment from the medical team.

On Espanyol's side, the situation is no better, with two key players, C. Ngonge and J. Puado, both absent due to knee injuries. The absence of these important attacking players could make it difficult for Espanyol to find the back of the net.

Match prediction

Based on statistical analysis, Sevilla is considered the favorite with a predicted win probability of 45%. The likelihood of a draw is also high at 45%, while Espanyol's chances of winning are only 10%. Needing points to escape the bottom of the table, Sevilla is likely to take the initiative and attack from the start.

Overall, the most favorable scenario for the home team is a win or at least a draw to maintain a safe distance. The match is expected to be tight with a low number of goals from both sides.

Team lineup updated at 21:00 on 09/05/2026

Official lineup

Sevilla

Diagram: 4-4-2

CoachLuis Garcia Plaza

Starting lineup:

• 1. Odysseas Vlachodimos (G)
• 2. José Ángel Carmona (D)
• 32. Andres Castrin (D)
• 4. Kike Salas (D)
• 12. Gabriel Suazo (D)
• 11. Ruben Vargas (M)
• 18. Lucien Agoumé (M)
• 6. Nemanja Gudelj (M)
• 21. Chidera Ejuke (M)
• 17. Neal Maupay (F)
• 7. Isaac Romero (F)

Substitutes:

• 13. Ørjan Nyland
• 5. Tanguy Nianzou
• 3. César Azpilicueta
• 20. Djibril Sow
• 16. Juanlu Sánchez
• 8. Joan Jordán
• 36. Oso
• 19. Batista Mendy
• 24. Adnan Januzaj
• 14. Peque Fernández
• 9. Akor Adams
• 10. Alexis Sánchez

Espanyol

Diagram: 4-4-2

CoachManolo Gonzalez

Starting lineup:

• 13. Marko Dmitrović (G)
• 23. Omar El Hilali (D)
• 5. Fernando Calero (D)
• 6. Leandro Cabrera (D)
• 22. Carlos Romero (D)
• 2. Rubén Sánchez (M)
• 14. Ramón Terrats (M)
• 4. Urko González (M)
• 24. Tyrhys Dolan (M)
• 9. Roberto Fernández (F)
• 8. Edu Expósito (F)

Substitutes:

• 1. Angel Fortune
• 12. Jose Salinas
• 38. Clemens Riedel
• 15. Miguel Rubio
• 20. Antoniu Roca
• 11. Pere Milla
• 18. Charles Pickel
• 10. Pol Lozano
• 28. Ferran Gomez
• 17. Jofre Carreras
• 32. Lluc Castell
• 19. Kike García