Espanyol will welcome Sevilla to RCDE Stadium for the opening clash of La Liga round 11 on Friday. Los Periquitos have shown contrasting form, struggling on the road but delivering solid performances at home. After a heavy 4-1 defeat to Athletic Bilbao, Espanyol will be eager to bounce back, and the home advantage could play a crucial role. With Jose Gragera’s fitness in doubt, Leandro Cabrera might be called upon to fill the void in defence.
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Meanwhile, Sevilla is also looking for redemption after a tough 5-1 loss against Barcelona. The Andalusians have had defensive issues lately, and they will need to tighten up at the back to avoid another setback. Both teams are desperate to secure points, setting the stage for an intense encounter. Notably, both sides have found the net in each of their last three La Liga meetings, hinting at another thrilling and competitive match. This match will be played on 25/10/2024 at 20:00.
Espanyol vs Sevilla Important H2H Stats
The upcoming clash between Espanyol and Sevilla at RCDE Stadium promises to be an intriguing contest. In their last encounter on May 04, 2023, Sevilla managed a narrow 3-2 victory at home. Both teams have their strengths and weaknesses, and their head-to-head history suggests a competitive battle ahead.
For Espanyol, keeping Sevilla’s top scorer Dodi Lukebakio in check will be crucial, as he has already netted 3 goals this season. On the other side, Sevilla must closely monitor Jofre Carreras, who leads Espanyol with 2 assists this season, as he can be a key playmaker for the hosts. Discipline could play a role in this match, with Omar El Hilali and Adrià Pedrosa being the players to watch out for in terms of bookings, each having the most cards for their respective teams.
The stats suggest that Espanyol are most dangerous just after halftime, scoring 30% of their goals between the 45th and 60th minutes. Meanwhile, Sevilla appear vulnerable late in games, with 40% of their goals conceded occurring in the final 15 minutes. This could make for a dramatic end to the match.
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Possession-wise, Sevilla tends to control the ball more, averaging 54.30%, compared to Espanyol’s 42.40%. This indicates that Sevilla may dominate the play, but Espanyol’s counter-attacking prowess could still be a threat. Additionally, Sevilla has a higher average of corners per match (5.60) compared to Espanyol (3.60), suggesting they might create more set-piece opportunities.
Both teams have been consistent in terms of Both Teams To Score (BTTS) statistics, with each side seeing BTTS in 60% of their matches this season. Therefore, fans can likely expect goals at both ends in this encounter. For those looking to bet on this match, checking the pre-match and live odds could provide valuable insights.
Espanyol Vs Sevilla Season Stats
| Performance Summary | Espanyol | Sevilla |
|---|---|---|
| Total Wins | 3 | 3 |
| Home Wins | 3 | 3 |
| Away Wins | 0 | 0 |
| Total Draws | 1 | 3 |
| Home Draws | 0 | 0 |
| Away Draws | 1 | 3 |
| Total Lost | 6 | 4 |
| Home Losses | 2 | 2 |
| Away Losses | 4 | 2 |
| Total Goals For | 10 | 10 |
| Home Goals For | 8 | 5 |
| Away Goals For | 2 | 5 |
| Total Goals Against | 17 | 15 |
| Home Goals Against | 7 | 5 |
| Away Goals Against | 10 | 10 |
| Total Clean Sheet | 1 | 3 |
| Home Clean Sheet | 0 | 2 |
| Away Clean Sheet | 1 | 1 |
| Total Failed To Score | 4 | 2 |
| Home Failed To Score | 1 | 1 |
| Away Failed To Score | 3 | 1 |
| Total Av Goals Scored | 1 | 1 |
| Home Av Goals Scored | 1.6 | 1 |
| Away Av Goals Scored | 0.4 | 1 |
| Total Av Goals Conceded | 1.7 | 1.5 |
| Home Av Goals Conceded | 1.4 | 1 |
| Away Av Goals Conceded | 2 | 2 |
| Total 1st Goal Scored | 36m | 62m |
| Home 1st Goal Scored | 23m | 51m |
| Away 1st Goal Scored | 90m | 77m |
| Total 1st Goal Conceded | 45m | 35m |
| Home 1st Goal Conceded | 43m | 37m |
| Away 1st Goal Conceded | 46m | 33m |
| Goals Scoring Minutes | Espanyol | Sevilla |
|---|---|---|
| 0-15 | 1 (10%) | 0 (0%) |
| 15-30 | 2 (20%) | 2 (20%) |
| 30-45 | 1 (10%) | 2 (20%) |
| 45-60 | 3 (30%) | 1 (10%) |
| 60-75 | 1 (10%) | 1 (10%) |
| 75-90 | 2 (20%) | 4 (40%) |
| Goals Conceded Minutes | Espanyol | Sevilla |
|---|---|---|
| 0-15 | 2 (11.8%) | 1 (6.7%) |
| 15-30 | 3 (17.6%) | 3 (20%) |
| 30-45 | 2 (11.8%) | 4 (26.7%) |
| 45-60 | 2 (11.8%) | 2 (13.3%) |
| 60-75 | 4 (23.5%) | 2 (13.3%) |
| 75-90 | 4 (23.5%) | 3 (20%) |
| Combined Match Stats | Espanyol | Sevilla |
|---|---|---|
| Attacks | 773 | 894 |
| Dangerous Attacks | 312 | 436 |
| Av Possession Percent | 42.40 | 54.30 |
| Fouls | 135 | 132 |
| Av Fouls Per Game | 13.50 | 13.20 |
| Offside | 8 | 24 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 4 |
| Yellow Cards | 27 | 32 |
| Shots Blocked | 27 | 39 |
| Shots Off Target | 44 | 60 |
| Av Shots Off Target | 4.40 | 6.00 |
| Shots On Target | 23 | 44 |
| Av Shots On Target | 2.30 | 4.40 |
| Total Corners | 36 | 56 |
| Av Corners | 3.60 | 5.60 |
| BTTS | 60 | 60 |
| Av Player Rating Per Match | 6.83 | 6.65 |
| Tackles | 176 | 172 |
| Total Match Goals Percentages | Espanyol | Sevilla | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home | Away | Home | Away | |
| Over 0.5 | 100 | 80 | 100 | 80 |
| Over 1.5 | 80 | 40 | 60 | 80 |
| Over 2.5 | 80 | 40 | 40 | 60 |
| Over 3.5 | 20 | 40 | 0 | 40 |
| Over 4.5 | 20 | 40 | 0 | 20 |
| Over 5.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20 |
| Under 0.5 | 0 | 20 | 0 | 20 |
| Under 1.5 | 20 | 60 | 40 | 20 |
| Under 2.5 | 20 | 60 | 60 | 40 |
| Under 3.5 | 80 | 60 | 100 | 60 |
| Under 4.5 | 80 | 60 | 100 | 80 |
| Under 5.5 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 80 |
Prediction: Espanyol vs Sevilla
This La Liga clash between Espanyol and Sevilla is set to be an evenly matched contest, with both teams desperate to get back to winning ways. Espanyol will be looking to capitalize on their home advantage, where they have generally performed better this season. Despite their inconsistent form, they have shown an ability to find the net at RCDE Stadium, and they will aim to exploit Sevilla’s recent defensive lapses.
Sevilla, on the other hand, will want to bounce back from their heavy defeat to Barcelona and will be relying on their stronger possession play to control the game. With key players like Dodi Lukebakio leading their attack, Sevilla have the firepower to trouble Espanyol’s defense, especially late in the match when the home side tends to be more vulnerable.
Given the attacking potential on both sides and the head-to-head history where goals have been plentiful, we can expect an exciting game with scoring opportunities for both teams. Sevilla’s slight edge in quality and their ability to dominate possession might help them eke out a narrow victory, but Espanyol’s resilience at home means a draw could be on the cards.
Prediction: 1-1 Draw or a slight edge for Sevilla with a 2-1 victory.