Class should decide the outcome: Real Madrid vs Sevilla prediction
The ninth-round La Liga clash between Real Madrid and Sevilla will take place on Sunday evening at the Santiago Bernabéu. The hosts sit fourth, six points behind Barcelona, while the visitors are fifth with 14 points. Here is our prediction for the final La Liga match of the Sunday schedule.
Real Madrid: emotional boost after the comeback in Rome
José Mourinho’s side head into the match on the back of a thrilling 4-3 victory over Roma in the Champions League. Madrid trailed 1-3 but managed to turn the game around, collecting six points from their opening two European fixtures.
In La Liga, Real have also returned to winning ways, beating Villarreal 1-0 after losing to Atlético. With El Clásico approaching, it is especially important for the hosts not to drop points, although the absence of Vinícius Júnior and several defenders significantly limits Mourinho’s options.
Sevilla: a strong start, but history is against them
Luís García Plaza’s side have collected 14 points from eight rounds and sit directly behind Real. In their last match, Sevilla drew 3-3 with Levante, having previously beaten Valencia and Deportivo La Coruña.
However, the head-to-head record is extremely unfavorable. Sevilla have failed to beat the Madrid giants in their last 15 meetings in all competitions, suffering 13 defeats during that run.
Match facts and head-to-head record
- Real Madrid have won their last two matches in all competitions.
- Sevilla have failed to beat Madrid in their last 15 head-to-head meetings.
- Sevilla’s last away win over Real Madrid in La Liga dates back to December 2008.
The hosts should confirm their class advantage: Real Madrid vs Sevilla prediction
Sevilla have made a strong start to the season and could make this a difficult match, especially given the hosts’ injury issues. However, Madrid still hold the edge in terms of squad quality and individual talent.
After their comeback in Rome, Mourinho’s side received a powerful emotional boost. With the support of the Bernabéu and the need to cut Barcelona’s lead, the hosts should secure another important victory.
