Sevilla vs Villarreal

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Date: August 23, 2024
Time: 8:30 PM (UK)
Venue: Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán, Seville

Sevilla and Villarreal are set to face off in what promises to be an intense clash at the Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán for La Liga's Gameweek 2. Both teams started their 2024-25 campaigns with 2-2 draws, setting the stage for an intriguing encounter in Seville. With both sides eager to secure their first win of the season, fans can expect a hard-fought battle under the Friday night lights.

Match Preview

Sevilla:
Sevilla's new head coach, García Pimienta, had a mixed start to his tenure, drawing 2-2 against Las Palmas in their opening fixture. Sevilla twice took the lead, only to be pegged back, with Sandro Ramirez equalizing in the 71st minute. Despite finishing a disappointing 14th in La Liga last season, Sevilla has been active in the transfer market, adding seven new players to their squad. Notable among these is Kelechi Iheanacho, who is expected to bolster their attack. Sevilla will be looking to improve upon last season's performance and make a push for a top-four finish to secure a return to the Champions League.

Villarreal:
Villarreal also started their season with a 2-2 draw, holding Atletico Madrid at the Estadio de la Cerámica. The Yellow Submarine twice took the lead, with Arnaut Danjuma and an own goal from Koke putting them ahead, but they couldn't hold on for the win. Last season's eighth-place finish was below expectations for Villarreal, a club that has been a consistent top-seven finisher in recent years. Marcelino García Toral’s side has made several key signings this summer, including Luiz Junior and Nicolas Pepe, but they also lost their top scorer, Alexander Sørloth, to RB Leipzig. Villarreal will be keen to improve on last season's underwhelming performance and push for a European spot.

Team News

Sevilla:
Sevilla will be without Suso and new signing Albert Sambi Lokonga due to injuries. However, the squad is otherwise in good shape. Saul Niguez, who missed the opening game due to suspension, is expected to make his debut, potentially replacing Dodi Lukebakio in the starting XI. The rest of the lineup is likely to remain unchanged, with Juanlu Sanchez and Isaac Romero continuing in attack.

Villarreal:
Villarreal has a few injury concerns, with Denis Suarez, Juan Foyth, and Alfonso Pedraza all sidelined for this fixture. New goalkeeper Luiz Junior is expected to make his debut, replacing Diego Conde. The rest of the team is likely to remain the same as in their draw against Atletico, with Arnaut Danjuma leading the attack alongside Gerard Moreno.

Predicted Lineups

Sevilla (4-2-3-1):
Nyland; Carmona, Nianzou, Gudelj, Pedrosa; Agoume, Sow; Ocampos, Saul, J Sanchez; Romero

Villarreal (4-4-2):
Junior; Femenia, Albiol, Bailly, Cardona; Pino, Parejo, Comesaña, Baena; G Moreno, Danjuma

Head-to-Head

Sevilla and Villarreal have a long history of closely contested matches. In their last five La Liga meetings, each team has secured a win, with the remaining three matches ending in draws. Last season, both encounters ended in 1-1 draws, highlighting the evenly matched nature of these two sides.

• May 25, 2025: Villarreal 1-1 Sevilla
• December 3, 2023: Sevilla 1-1 Villarreal
• April 23, 2023: Sevilla 2-2 Villarreal
• September 18, 2022: Villarreal 1-1 Sevilla
• May 8, 2022: Villarreal 1-1 Sevilla

This consistent pattern of draws suggests that this upcoming match could be another closely fought contest.

Recent Form

Sevilla:
Sevilla's recent form has been inconsistent, with only one win in their last six matches across all competitions. Their preseason included wins over Fulham and Granada, but losses to Liverpool, Sporting CP, and Orlando Pirates highlighted areas of concern.

• August 16, 2024: Las Palmas 2-2 Sevilla (La Liga)
• August 11, 2024: Liverpool 4-1 Sevilla (Club Friendly)
• August 5, 2024: Fulham 1-2 Sevilla (Club Friendly)
• July 31, 2024: Sevilla 2-0 Granada (Club Friendly)
• July 23, 2024: Sporting CP 2-1 Sevilla (Club Friendly)

Villarreal:
Villarreal has also shown mixed form in recent weeks. They were held to a 2-2 draw by Atletico in their La Liga opener, following a mixed preseason where they secured only one win in six matches.

• August 19, 2024: Villarreal 2-2 Atletico Madrid (La Liga)
• August 10, 2024: Brighton 4-0 Villarreal (Club Friendly)
• August 6, 2024: Borussia Dortmund 2-2 Villarreal (Club Friendly)
• August 2, 2024: Nottingham Forest 0-0 Villarreal (Club Friendly)
• July 27, 2024: Villarreal 1-3 Saint-Étienne (Club Friendly)

Prediction

Given the recent history between these two sides and their current form, this match is likely to be another tight affair. Both teams have shown they can score goals, but their defenses have been vulnerable. A draw seems the most likely outcome.

Prediction: Sevilla 2-1 Villarreal

Conclusion

The clash between Sevilla and Villarreal is set to be a closely fought encounter, with both teams eager to secure their first win of the season. With a history of tight matches and both sides having similar starts to the season, this fixture promises to be an exciting contest. As always in La Liga, the battle for European spots will be fierce, and both Sevilla and Villarreal will want to establish themselves early on as contenders.

This match preview not only sets the stage for an exciting game but also provides valuable insights for fans and analysts alike. With both teams evenly matched, it’s anyone’s game at the Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán.