The Matchday 23 clash in La Liga between Sevilla and Barcelona will take place on February 9 at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan Stadium. Sevilla vs. Barcelona: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Sevilla
For the first time since May of last year, Sevilla managed to avoid defeat in four consecutive La Liga matches. However, during this run, they only defeated Girona (2-1), while drawing in the other three matches against Valencia (1-1), Espanyol (1-1), and Getafe (0-0). Interestingly, Sevilla's eight-match scoring streak in La Liga came to an end in the last round. Garcia Pimienta's side has climbed to 12th place and is just four points away from the European competition zone.
Defender Jose Carmona will miss the match due to an accumulation of yellow cards.
- Both teams have scored in 6 of Sevilla's last 8 league games.
- The number "1" has appeared in the final score in 7 of the club's last 10 La Liga matches.
- Sevilla has scored only one goal in the first half of their last seven home matches in La Liga.
Predicted lineup for Sevilla (4-3-3)
Orjan Nyland – Jose Carmona, Nemanja Gudelj, Loic Bade, Adria Pedrosa – Albert Sambi Lokonga, Saul Niguez, Djibril Sow – Dodi Lukebakio, Isaac Romero, Ruben Vargas.
Barcelona
The Catalans played their last two La Liga matches at home, securing two victories. First, Hans Flick's side demolished Valencia 7-1, and then they narrowly defeated Alaves (1-0). Prior to this, the team had not won in four consecutive La Liga matches (2 draws and 2 losses). Barcelona continues to hold the third spot in the standings, but their gap with the leading Real Madrid has been reduced to 4 points. Additionally, Barcelona remains the best attacking team with 60 goals scored.
Due to injuries, goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen, defender Andreas Christensen, and midfielder Marc Bernal are unavailable.
- The number "1" has appeared in the final score in five of Barcelona's last league matches.
- At least three goals have been scored in 19 of Barcelona's last 24 La Liga games.
- Two or more goals have been scored in the second half in 8 of Barcelona's last 11 away matches in La Liga.
Predicted lineup for Barcelona (4-3-3)
Wojciech Szczesny – Pau Cubarsi, Jules Kounde, Ronald Araujo, Alex Balde – Marc Casado, Pedri, Gavi – Lamine Yamal, Raphinha Dias, Robert Lewandowski.
Sevilla vs. Barcelona: Match Prediction
In this round's central match, Real Madrid will face Atletico, which means at least one of the Madrid teams will drop points, benefiting the Catalans. To capitalize on this opportunity and close the gap with the league leaders, Hans Flick's side must win their match. This is quite achievable, as Sevilla has average home performance.
I believe the best attacking line will easily handle the hosts' defense, as they did in the first round when Barcelona thrashed Sevilla 5-1. It's worth noting that Barcelona has an excellent record against this opponent, winning 14 of the last 18 league encounters, with 4 draws. Additionally, in this La Liga season, Sevilla has faced top-3 clubs three times and lost all, with a cumulative score of 6-13.
My prediction – Barcelona to win
