Espanyol vs. Sevilla: Live Game Coverage Matchday 11

Pre-Match Analysis

Two struggling La Liga sides, Espanyol and Sevilla, will face off in a crucial matchday 11 clash at the RCDE Stadium in Barcelona. Both teams have endured disappointing starts to the season and will be desperate for a positive result to kickstart their campaigns. Espanyol currently sit 16th in the standings with just nine points from ten matches, while Sevilla languish in 15th place with only one point more.

Espanyol have won just two of their opening ten matches and have struggled for consistency throughout the campaign. Their most recent outing was a 2-1 defeat at home to Real Betis, which extended their winless run to four matches. Sevilla, meanwhile, have endured a similarly difficult start to the season, winning just three of their ten matches. They were held to a goalless draw at home by Valencia in their last match, extending their winless streak to three games.

Team News

Espanyol will be without the suspended Leandro Cabrera for the match against Sevilla. The Uruguayan defender was sent off in the defeat to Real Betis and will serve a one-match ban. Sergi Gomez is also a doubt for the hosts, as he is struggling with a muscle injury.

Sevilla have no fresh injury concerns ahead of the trip to Barcelona. However, they will be without the suspended Gonzalo Montiel, who was sent off in the draw with Valencia. Jesus Navas is also a doubt for the visitors, as he is nursing a knock.

Key Players

Espanyol: Joselu, Martin Braithwaite, Sergi Darder

Sevilla: Youssef En-Nesyri, Ivan Rakitic, Erik Lamela

Prediction

This is a difficult match to call, as both teams are in poor form. However, Espanyol's home advantage could give them a slight edge. A draw would not be a surprise, but Espanyol may just edge it.