Sevilla vs Celta prediction, head-to-head and probable lineups - 12 January 2026
One of the fixtures of La Liga’s 19th round will take place on Monday at the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán Stadium in Seville, where the home side Sevilla will host Celta Vigo. This match will close out the round and answer the burning question: can the Nervionenses finally halt their prolonged slump, or will they fall to yet another side chasing European qualification? Here’s a pick for the outcome of this intriguing clash, offering a solid chance for success.
Match preview
The situation at Sevilla remains alarming: the team has once again sunk into the lower half of the table and looks almost as lackluster as last season. The appointment of Matías Almeyda hasn’t produced the desired effect—Sevilla have lost their last three matches without scoring, including a heavy 0-3 defeat to Levante, which sounded a loud alarm bell.
Sevilla are especially struggling with a defensive injury crisis. Suazo, Nianzou, Azpilicueta, and the suspended Marcao are all missing—essentially the backbone of their back line. Amid such instability and a lack of attacking output, even home advantage has stopped being a factor.
Celta have been steady this season, showing poise and avoiding significant slumps—even while balancing European commitments. Their victory over Valencia in the first match of the year (4-1) underlined that the Celestes know how to capitalize on chances and punish mistakes, especially when their opponents are in crisis.
Claudio Giráldez’s side have no major absences, and up front, Borja Iglesias has established himself as the key man, consistently delivering results. Celta know how to play against Sevilla, regularly finding the net against them, and judging by the current form of both teams, they have every chance to break their poor head-to-head record at the Pizjuán.
Probable lineups
- Sevilla: Vlachodimos, Joaquín, Salas, Cardoso, Gudelj, Ángel Carmona, Sow, Mendy, Agoumé, Sánchez, Romero
- Celta: Andrei Radu, Rodríguez, Aidoo, Alonso, Mingueza, Beltrán, Román, Carreira, Zaragoza, Jutglà, Svedberg
Match facts and head-to-head
- Sevilla have lost to Celta at home just once in their last ten meetings.
- Celta have scored at least twice against Sevilla in seven of their last eleven encounters.
- Sevilla have failed to score in each of their last three La Liga matches.
Prediction
Almeyda’s side are unable to shake off their crisis, and the ongoing spate of injuries and suspensions is only making things worse. Even their home ground offers little comfort when the team can’t find a way to win. By contrast, Celta are both consistent in their performances and results, making them slight favorites in this matchup. Expect the visitors to come away with the win—back “Celta to win with a (0) handicap” at 1.97.
