September 25, 2024, 1:00 am BST.
La Liga
In the 7th round, Sevilla will host Valladolid.
Sevilla will host Valladolid in the 7th round of La Liga. Sevilla's performance has been poor in the past few seasons, and the former European regulars have now been reduced to a mid-to-lower-tier team in La Liga. After 6 rounds this season, Sevilla has 1 win, 2 draws and 3 losses with 5 points and ranked 15th. 5 goals scored and 8 goals lost in 6 rounds is not good for both offense and defense.
Sevilla's recent form has been unstable. In their last away match against Alaves, they had 66% of the possession and only 2 shots on goal in 8 attempts, although Lucobaggio scored, they still lost 1-2. As for the lineup, Jibril Sow, Albert Roconga and Bernal may not be able to play due to injuries.
Valladolid was the runner-up in last season's Segunda B. After being promoted to the first division this season, their performance is not good either, with the same 1 win, 2 draws and 3 losses to accumulate 5 points to rank 17th, only 1 point higher than the relegation zone. In terms of stats, Valladolid scored 2 goals and conceded 13 in 6 rounds, ranking the bottom of the list in terms of both offense and defense.
Valladolid has been in a slump recently, with 5 consecutive matches without a win. In the last home match against Real Sociedad, the ball possession was 34%, with only 2 shots on goal in 15 attempts, resulting in a 0-0 draw. Moreover, its away game ability is very poor, losing all 3 away games, ranking the bottom of the list.
Sevilla won 5 and drew 5 of their 10 matches against Valladolid. Recently, Sevilla's performance is unstable and there are holes in their defense; Valladolid is even worse, with 5 consecutive matches without a win and a total loss on the road. From the attitude of all parties, support the home team, combined with the strength of both sides and recent history, Sevilla is expected to get 3 points.
