Sevilla and Athletic Bilbao are set to clash at Estadio Ramon on Saturday evening in La Liga. Both teams are currently struggling, with Sevilla positioned 14th and Athletic at 10th in the league standings.
Current Form and Standing
Sevilla has recorded six wins, three draws, and 11 losses this season, accumulating 21 points. They finished last season in 17th place, narrowly avoiding relegation. Currently, they sit just two points above the relegation zone after picking up only one point from their last four matches. Recent results include losses to Real Madrid, Levante, and Celta Vigo, followed by a 2-2 draw with Elche.
In contrast, Athletic Bilbao has gained 24 points from 20 matches this season. Last year, they finished fourth but now sit in 10th place. The team is also struggling, finding themselves only five points away from the relegation zone and eight points behind sixth-placed Real Betis. Despite competing in the Champions League and Copa del Rey, Athletic’s league performance has dipped, with only one win in their last six league games.
Recent Matches
- Sevilla: DWLLLD (Last five La Liga matches)
- Athletic Bilbao: LWLLDL (Last five La Liga matches)
Team News
Sevilla will miss Tanguy Nianzou, Alfon Gonzalez, and Ruben Vargas due to injuries. Additionally, Cesar Azpilicueta, Alexis Sanchez, and Adnan Januzaj are facing late fitness tests. The team will also be without Batista Mendy and Marcao due to suspensions.
Akor Adams is expected to play a key role after scoring twice against Elche. On the other hand, Athletic Bilbao is dealing with injuries to Inaki Williams, Maroan Sannadi, Benat Prados, and Unai Egiluz. Aymeric Laporte is also a doubt, along with suspended players Gorka Guruzeta and Inigo Lekue.
Potential Lineups
Sevilla
- Goalkeeper: Vlachodimos
- Defenders: Carmona, Gudelj, Salas
- Midfielders: Sanchez, Agoume, Sow, Suazo
- Forwards: Oso, Adams, Fernandez
Athletic Bilbao
- Goalkeeper: Simon
- Defenders: Areso, Paredes, Vivian, Berchiche
- Midfielders: Ruiz de Galarreta, Jauregizar
- Forwards: Navarro, Sancet, N Williams, Berenguer
Match Prediction
With both teams facing injury issues and not in peak form, a draw seems likely. Sevilla might manage to secure at least one point against Athletic Bilbao, given their recent performances and Athletic’s focus on their upcoming Champions League match.
