RCD Espanyol de Barcelona vs Sevilla FC, La Liga 2021-22 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
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RCD Espanyol de Barcelona vs Sevilla FC — La Liga at RCDE Stadium.
- RCD Espanyol de Barcelona 7 games · 7 pts (2026/27)
- Sevilla FC 7 games · 13 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Roberto Diaz
- Referee Pablo Gonzalez
- Referee Jose Gonzalez
- Referee Alfredo Rodriguez
- Referee Israel Barcena
- Referee Jorge Tarraga Lajara (Spain)
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Barcelona | 7 | 21 |
| 2 | Club Atlético de Madrid | 7 | 16 |
| 3 | Real Betis Balompié | 7 | 16 |
| 4 | Real Madrid CF | 7 | 15 |
| 5 | Sevilla FC | 7 | 13 |
| 6 | Deportivo Alavés | 7 | 11 |
| 7 | RC Deportivo La Coruña | 7 | 10 |
| 8 | Real Sociedad de Fútbol | 7 | 10 |
| 9 | CA Osasuna | 7 | 8 |
| 10 | Rayo Vallecano de Madrid | 7 | 8 |
| 11 | Villarreal CF | 7 | 8 |
| 12 | Athletic Club | 6 | 8 |
| 13 | Getafe CF | 7 | 8 |
| 14 | RC Celta de Vigo | 7 | 7 |
| 15 | RCD Espanyol de Barcelona | 7 | 7 |
| 16 | Real Racing Club de Santander | 7 | 7 |
| 17 | Levante UD | 6 | 5 |
| 18 | Elche CF | 7 | 5 |
| 19 | Valencia CF | 7 | 4 |
| 20 | Málaga CF | 7 | 3 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Feb | Sevilla FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 13 Feb | FC Barcelona | H | 2–2 | D |
| 07 Feb | Athletic Club | A | 1–2 | L |
| 21 Jan | Real Betis Balompié | H | 1–4 | L |
| 18 Jan | Cadiz CF | A | 2–2 | D |
| 10 Jan | Elche CF | H | 1–2 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Feb | RCD Espanyol de Barcelona | A | 1–1 | D |
| 17 Feb | GNK Dinamo Zagreb | H | 3–1 | W |
| 11 Feb | Elche CF | H | 2–0 | W |
| 05 Feb | CA Osasuna | A | 0–0 | D |
| 22 Jan | RC Celta de Vigo | H | 2–2 | D |
| 19 Jan | Valencia CF | A | 1–1 | D |
Season Stats
| RCD Espanyol de Barcelona | Sevilla FC | |
|---|---|---|
| #15 | Position | #5 |
| 7 | Points | 13 |
| 7 | Played | 7 |
| 2 / 1 / 4 | W / D / L | 4 / 1 / 2 |
| 10 | Scored | 10 |
| 10 | Conceded | 9 |
| +0 | GD | +1 |
| 1.00 | PPG | 1.86 |
| 29% | Win % | 57% |
Key Stats
69%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (13 games)
H2H (13 games)
46%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
29%
Clean Sheets
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona this season
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona this season
33%
Clean Sheets
Sevilla FC this season
Sevilla FC this season
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona are 15th (7 pts). Sevilla FC are 5th (13 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona
0-15
2/3
16-30
2/3
31-45
2/–
46-60
1/–
61-75
–/1
76+
2/3
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Sevilla FC
0-15
1/2
16-30
1/2
31-45
–/1
46-60
4/1
61-75
1/2
76+
3/1
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona
| Roberto Fernandez | 6 G |
| Tyrhys Dolan | 1 G |
| Alex Calatrava | 1 G |
Sevilla FC
| Miguel Angel Sierra | 2 G | |
| Isaac | 1 G | 1 A |
| Oso | 1 G | 1 A |
| Jon Guridi | 1 G | |
| Chidera Ejuke | 1 G |
Events
Match Events
- 0' The referee blows the starting whistle. The fans are roaring. The teams are ready for the match. RCD Espanyol de Barcelona is hosting Sevilla FC for another epic battle.
- 5' RCD Espanyol de Barcelona started playing very sharply right from the kick off. However, it slowed down the tempo rapidly by 5.
- 10' It looks like no one’s ball. Sevilla FC is used to counterattacking playing. None of the sides are ready to take the lead.
- 15' RCD Espanyol de Barcelona seems to be on a short break. The game is mainly concentrated in the center. It’s high time they got back to action. Otherwise, it looks like a goalless game.
- 20' While players are taking a pause, let’s have a look at their stats. The teams met 0 times this season with winning -% of all matches.
- 25' The Array continues to deliver drama. Both RCD Espanyol de Barcelona and Sevilla FC are desperate not to drop points on matchday .
- 26' Time for substitution for Sevilla FC. Anthony Martial is replaced by Alejandro Gomez.
- 30' Raul de Tomas picks up a Yellow card and will need to be extremely careful for the remainder of this match.
- 35' Neither side is committing men forward. This has all the hallmarks of a tense, tactical contest.
- 36' What a moment for Rafael Mir! That strike on 36 puts his side firmly in control.
- 41' RCD Espanyol de Barcelona are enjoying more possession but struggling to find a way through a disciplined Sevilla FC backline.
- 44' Ludwig Augustinsson was booked on 44.
- 47' A meaty challenge results in booking for Jesus Manuel Corona on 47.
- 50' A stunning finish from Sergi Darder — that came from absolutely nowhere!
- 55' will be watching from the dugout nervously. His RCD Espanyol de Barcelona side need to improve if they are to claim all three points.
- 56' Fresh legs for Sevilla FC! Ivan Rakitic comes on to replace Jordan.
- 61' Spectators do not have much to choose from both teams. The sides had several scoring chances but they still need a bit more than just a sight of a goal.
- 66' Over 66 minutes have gone by without a meaningful attack. The supporters want more.
- 70' Jules Kounde picks up a Yellow card and will need to be extremely careful for the remainder of this match.
- 71' Youssef En-Nesyri is replacing Rafael Mir for the Sevilla FC side.
- 72' The RCD Espanyol de Barcelona bench stirs into life. Tonny Vilhena is withdrawn and Aleix Vidal gets his opportunity.
- 76' That is a Red card for Sevilla FC. Jules Kounde will be fuming at that decision.
- 81' Controversy at the stadium! Keidi Bare argues furiously but the Yellow card stands.
- 83' Oscar Melendo is replacing Yangel Herrera for the RCD Espanyol de Barcelona side.
- 85' Controversy at the stadium! Lucas Ocampos argues furiously but the Yellow card stands.
- 88' A tactical swap from RCD Espanyol de Barcelona — Loren on, Oscar Gil Regano off on 88 minutes.
- 90' Aleix Vidal picks up a Yellow card and will need to be extremely careful for the remainder of this match.
- It finishes all square. RCD Espanyol de Barcelona and Sevilla FC share the spoils 1-1.
Lineups
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona Lineups
Starting XI
-
19
Tonny Vilhena ↓ Aleix Vidal 72'
- 20
- 24
- 13
- 10
-
9
Javi Puado ↓ Adri Embarba 88'
- 3
- 4
- 11
-
25
Yangel Herrera ↓ Oscar Melendo 83'
-
12
Oscar Gil Regano ↓ Loren 88'
Bench
-
22
Aleix Vidal ↑ 72'
- 17
-
14
Oscar Melendo ↑ 83'
-
16
Loren ↑ 88'
- 1
- 2
- 8
-
23
Adri Embarba ↑ 88'
- 5
- 18
- 34
- 7
Coach
Vicente Moreno
Sevilla FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 3
- 22
- 20
- 23
- 5
- 18
-
12
Rafael Mir ↓ Youssef En-Nesyri 71'
- 13
-
8
Jordan ↓ Ivan Rakitic 56'
- 9
- 25
Bench
-
15
Youssef En-Nesyri ↑ 71'
-
16
Jesus Navas ↑ 71'
-
10
Ivan Rakitic ↑ 56'
- 11
- 1
-
24
Alejandro Gomez ↑ 26'
- 6
-
21
Oliver Torres ↑ 56'
- 30
- 27
- 42
Coach
Julen Lopetegui
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Jose Angel Carmona | 3 |
| Rafael Mir | 3 |
| Lucas Ocampos | 2 |
| Bryan Gil | 2 |
| Dodi Lukebakio | 2 |
| Wissam Ben Yedder | 2 |
| Marcos Fernandez | 1 |
| Adri Embarba | 1 |
Head to Head
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona Form
2022-02-20
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona
1–1
Sevilla FC
D
2022-02-13
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona
2–2
FC Barcelona
D
2022-02-07
Athletic Club
2–1
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona
L
2022-01-21
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona
1–4
Real Betis Balompié
L
2022-01-18
Cadiz CF
2–2
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona
D
2022-01-10
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona
1–2
Elche CF
L
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
2 / 4
1.13
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.41
Sevilla FC xG
I would bet for:
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona or Sevilla FC 71%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Draw
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.54
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 90% |
|
10% |
| ± 1.5 | 72% |
|
28% |
| ± 2.5 | 46% |
|
54% |
| ± 3.5 | 25% |
|
75% |
| ± 4.5 | 12% |
|
88% |
Double Chance
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona or Draw
59%
Draw or Sevilla FC
70%
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona or Sevilla FC
71%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Sevilla FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
Actual
0 – 1
10%
0 – 0
9.9%
1 – 2
8.5%
1 – 0
7.8%
0 – 2
7.6%
2 – 1
6.8%
2 – 0
4.9%
2 – 2
4.9%
1 – 3
4%
0 – 3
3.5%
3 – 1
2.6%
Asian Handicap — RCD Espanyol de Barcelona
| Handicap | RCD Espanyol de Barcelona covers | Push | Sevilla FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 4% | — | 96% |
| -2 | 4% | 8% | 88% |
| -1.5 | 12% | — | 88% |
| -1 | 12% | 17% | 71% |
| -0.5 | 29% | — | 71% |
| +0.5 | 58% | — | 42% |
| +1 | 58% | 21% | 20% |
| +1.5 | 80% | — | 20% |
| +2 | 80% | 13% | 8% |
| +2.5 | 92% | — | 8% |
Clean Sheet
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona keeps clean sheet
25%
✓
Sevilla FC keeps clean sheet
33%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.