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Sevilla FC vs. Real Madrid
After Real Madrid only managed to advance in extra time in the quarter-final second leg of the Champions League against Chelsea, the second game in a row awaits the Madrilenians in La Liga on Sunday with enormous significance. Even though the royals are the undisputed leaders with a twelve-point lead over FC Barcelona and FC Sevilla, Real Madrid now have to tear to Andalusia in order to prevail at the Sevillistas. Sevilla FC were able to end their own period of weakness on the last matchday with a 4:2 victory over Granada. The Nervionenses will be looking to build on this result in order to keep their hopes of winning the championship alive.
Real Madrid will be able to kick off with a broad chest. After coach Carlo Ancelotti’s side produced a dreadful second leg against Chelsea, almost throwing their 3-1 first leg lead completely overboard, the Madrilenians were redeemed by substitute Rodrygo and, of course, Karim Benzema. Real are through to the semi-finals of the top flight. But before the Galactics can set their sights on the trophy, Madrid should not squander their comfortable lead at the top of the Spanish table and score at Sevilla. Find out whether this can happen in our Sevilla – Real Madrid betting tip.
Sevilla – Real Madrid Info:
– Date & Time: 17.04.2022, 21:00 Uhr
– Venue: Sevilla, Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán
– Competition: La Liga, Matchday 32
– TV coverage: DAZN
Sevilla Form & Balance Check
Sevilla FC had a real chance to keep the championship battle exciting five matchdays ago. The Andalusians were just behind the upcoming guests in the table. But after the 2-1 derby win over Betis Sevilla, the Sevillistas experienced a momentous period of weakness. The Nervionenses only drew against Alaves, Rayo Vallecano and Real Sociedad. In the match against FC Barcelona, the Blanquirrojos even lost 0:1, allowing Real to pull ahead to a full twelve points at the top of the table. Last week, Sevilla then managed their 16th win of the season after four winless games with a 4:2 over Granada.
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That the Sevillistas were able to turn the sporting corner at home is not surprising, as the Nervionenses are level on points with Real Madrid in the home table. Sevilla have collected 37 points out of a possible 45 at home so far. However, the Blanquirrojos have scored 34 goals at home, which is two more than the royals. In addition, both clubs have conceded only 13 goals at home. However, Sevilla have one decisive fact to themselves. The Sevillistas have not yet lost any of their home games this season.
Sevilla facts & analysis
– Sevilla are in 3rd place in the table with 60 points.
– The Sevillistas are yet to lose at home in La Liga.
– Most recently, the Nervionenses won 4-2 over Granada.
Real Madrid Form & Balance Check
Real Madrid proved once again why they are called the royals on Tuesday night. Coach Ancelotti’s team almost went down against Chelsea. But once again it was an excellent pass from Modrić that brought the capital back into the game. In the end, Benzema’s 2:3 put Madrid into the semi-finals of the royal class. But before they face Manchester City, the Galacticos can clinch the Spanish championship. Given their twelve-point lead, Real should soon be able to celebrate their 35th championship with a win in Sevilla. In La Liga, Real have won two games in a row.
Will Real crack the Andalusians?
Sevilla is still unbeaten at home. But if any team manages to win in Andalusia, it can only be Real Madrid. The royals have already picked up 35 points away from home in La Liga, making them the best away team this season. Madrid has already won eleven matches as a guest. Real are currently on a streak of three away wins in a row. Most recently, the Galacticos won 2-1 away at Celta Vigo.
Real Madrid facts & analysis
– Real Madrid are 1st in the table with 72 points.
– The Royals have won 4 of their last 5 matches.
– Most recently Real won 2-0 against Getafe.
Predicted line-up – last update on 15 April 2022
Sevilla FC play a variable 4-2-3-1 system under coach Julen Lopetegui. In this system, the Sevillistas can operate both on the wings and find their way through the opposing centre. Most recently, striker Mir scored against Granada after coming on as a substitute. Therefore, the Spaniard could replace the Moroccan En-Nesyri in the starting eleven. The same goes for Gomez, who could be preferred to Martial in the ten-man position. The regular left-back Acuna is still absent due to muscular problems. Ex-Bremer Augustinsson has been playing in his place lately. Rekik, Fernando, Delaney and Suso are also absent.
Real Madrid will also play with the best possible line-up in Sevilla. Only in the defensive midfield will coach Ancelotti have to react, as Casemiro will be missing due to a yellow suspension. Camavinga could take over for him. There could also be a change on the right wing. Fede Valverde has been playing there lately, but he disappointed against Chelsea. Rodrygo or Asensio could replace him. Likewise, Militao returns to central defence.
Sevilla – Real Madrid direct comparison & stats
Sevilla and Real Madrid have already met 159 times. In this duel, Real earned the more positive record. Madrid won 85 games, whereas Sevilla only managed to win 45 encounters. A further 29 meetings ended in a draw. The last time they met, the whistle blew and Real Madrid won 2-1.
– Real Madrid won the last meeting in Sevilla with 2-1.
– Real Madrid won 2 away matches in Sevilla in a row with 1-0.
– None of the last 16 duels in Sevilla ended in a draw.
– In 2013, 10 goals were scored in this duel. Real won with 7:3 in Madrid.
