Sevilla FC vs RCD Espanyol de Barcelona, La Liga 2021-22 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
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Sevilla FC vs RCD Espanyol de Barcelona — La Liga at Estadio R. Sanchez Pizjuan.
- Sevilla FC 12 games · 18 pts (2026/27)
- RCD Espanyol de Barcelona 12 games · 12 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Juan Martinez
- Referee Pablo Gonzalez
- Referee Alfredo Rodriguez
- Referee Jorge Diaz
- Referee Guadalupe Porras
- Referee Israel Barcena
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Barcelona | 12 | 33 |
| 2 | Real Madrid CF | 12 | 30 |
| 3 | Club Atletico de Madrid | 12 | 28 |
| 4 | Real Betis Balompie | 12 | 26 |
| 5 | Real Sociedad de Futbol | 12 | 22 |
| 6 | Sevilla FC | 12 | 18 |
| 7 | Athletic Club | 11 | 16 |
| 8 | RC Deportivo La Coruna | 12 | 15 |
| 9 | Villarreal CF | 12 | 15 |
| 10 | Real Racing Club de Santander | 12 | 14 |
| 11 | RC Celta de Vigo | 12 | 13 |
| 12 | Deportivo Alaves | 12 | 13 |
| 13 | Rayo Vallecano de Madrid | 11 | 12 |
| 14 | CA Osasuna | 12 | 12 |
| 15 | RCD Espanyol de Barcelona | 12 | 12 |
| 16 | Getafe CF | 12 | 12 |
| 17 | Levante UD | 12 | 11 |
| 18 | Elche CF | 12 | 10 |
| 19 | Valencia CF | 12 | 9 |
| 20 | Malaga CF | 12 | 5 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Sep | RCD Espanyol de Barcelona | H | 2–0 | W |
| 22 Sep | Valencia CF | H | 3–1 | W |
| 19 Sep | Real Sociedad de Futbol | A | 0–0 | D |
| 14 Sep | FC Red Bull Salzburg | H | 1–1 | D |
| 28 Aug | Elche CF | A | 1–1 | D |
| 23 Aug | Getafe CF | A | 1–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Sep | Sevilla FC | A | 0–2 | L |
| 22 Sep | Deportivo Alaves | H | 1–0 | W |
| 19 Sep | Real Betis Balompie | A | 2–2 | D |
| 12 Sep | Club Atletico de Madrid | H | 1–2 | L |
| 27 Aug | RCD Mallorca | A | 0–1 | L |
| 21 Aug | Villarreal CF | H | 0–0 | D |
Season Stats
| Sevilla FC | RCD Espanyol de Barcelona | |
|---|---|---|
| #6 | Position | #15 |
| 18 | Points | 12 |
| 12 | Played | 12 |
| 5 / 3 / 4 | W / D / L | 3 / 3 / 6 |
| 17 | Scored | 13 |
| 19 | Conceded | 14 |
| -2 | GD | -1 |
| 1.50 | PPG | 1.00 |
| 42% | Win % | 25% |
Key Stats
69%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (13 games)
H2H (13 games)
46%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
36%
Clean Sheets
Sevilla FC this season
Sevilla FC this season
33%
Clean Sheets
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona this season
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona this season
Sevilla FC are 6th (18 pts). RCD Espanyol de Barcelona are 15th (12 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
Sevilla FC
0-15
2/2
16-30
3/3
31-45
–/2
46-60
5/2
61-75
1/5
76+
6/5
■ Scored ■ Conceded
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona
0-15
3/3
16-30
2/3
31-45
2/–
46-60
2/–
61-75
1/2
76+
2/6
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
Sevilla FC
| Isaac | 3 G | 1 A |
| Miguel Angel Sierra | 2 G | |
| Oso | 1 G | 1 A |
| Jon Guridi | 1 G | |
| Chidera Ejuke | 1 G |
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona
| Roberto Fernandez | 6 G |
| Tyrhys Dolan | 1 G |
| Alex Calatrava | 1 G |
Events
Match Events
- 0' It’s Showtime! The match between Sevilla FC and RCD Espanyol de Barcelona is underway.
- 5' The referee is likely to let players tackle, as he already missed some meaty challenges during opening seconds. He is still to establish what should not be done by the players and what is acceptable on the pitch. It’s going to be a tough game for Aleix Vidal suffering a number of foals already.
- 10' named a earlier, and opted for a in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 13' The deadlock is broken! Youssef En-Nesyri gets on the scoresheet on 13 minutes.
- 18' The referee has had an easy afternoon — neither side has been overly physical in the tackle.
- 23' It is a cagey affair so far. Sevilla FC in their trying to find a way past RCD Espanyol de Barcelona's compact .
- 28' will be watching from the dugout nervously. His Sevilla FC side need to improve if they are to claim all three points.
- 33' Both teams are passing the ball around with high level of urgency. Sevilla FC needs to do something about it to get closer to the goal.
- 38' Matchday of the Array and both teams know exactly what is at stake tonight.
- 43' Supporters expect more eagerness from Leandro Cabrera, as he is very good at scoring at Estadio R. Sanchez Pizjuan with 0 goals in the last 0 games.
- 46' The whistle greets Fran Merida as he departs to be replaced by Landry Dimata.
- 51' Fran Merida has certainly something to prove this evening. He made 12 appearances with only 0 goals this season.
- 56' It’s gonna be a Yellow card for Ivan Rakitic.
- 56' The supporters are chanting for Erik Lamela. He replaces Suso on 56 minute.
- 57' A tactical swap from RCD Espanyol de Barcelona — Nico Ribaudo on, Lei Wu off on 57 minutes.
- 62' 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.
- 65' That looks like a foul for a Yellow card for Thomas Delaney.
- 66' Thomas Delaney has been a danger all night but risks an early exit having now seen a Red card on 66.
- 70' Sevilla FC ring the changes. Youssef En-Nesyri has done his job and it is now time for Rafael Mir to step up.
- 75' Raul de Tomas has been disciplined this evening — perhaps mindful of those 0 cards already picked up this season.
- 78' RCD Espanyol de Barcelona ring the changes. Adri Embarba has done his job and it is now time for Loren to step up.
- 80' The whistle greets Lucas Ocampos as he departs to be replaced by Karim Rekik.
- 81' Controversy at the stadium! Erik Lamela argues furiously but the Yellow card stands.
- 86' Not even hints on scoring a goal over the last 86 minutes.
- 87' What a strike from Rafael Mir! The score is 2-0.
- 88' A stunning finish from Rafael Mir — that came from absolutely nowhere!
- 90' Vadillo has so much to prove this time. He replaces Aleix Vidal on 90 minute.
- The final whistle goes. A composed, disciplined performance from Sevilla FC to claim maximum points.
Lineups
Sevilla FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 20
- 23
-
5
Lucas Ocampos ↓ Karim Rekik 80'
- 18
-
15
Youssef En-Nesyri ↓ Rafael Mir 70'
- 13
- 16
-
10
Ivan Rakitic ↓ Fernando 56'
- 8
-
7
Suso ↓ Erik Lamela 56'
- 19
Bench
- 3
- 22
-
17
Erik Lamela ↑ 56'
-
4
Karim Rekik ↑ 80'
- 14
-
12
Rafael Mir ↑ 70'
- 11
- 1
- 24
-
25
Fernando ↑ 56'
- 2
- 31
Coach
Julen Lopetegui
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona Lineups
Starting XI
- 20
-
22
Aleix Vidal ↓ Vadillo 90'
- 24
- 13
- 10
- 3
- 4
-
8
Fran Merida ↓ Landry Dimata 46'
-
23
Adri Embarba ↓ Loren 78'
- 11
-
7
Lei Wu ↓ Nico Ribaudo 57'
Bench
- 17
- 15
- 14
-
16
Loren ↑ 78'
- 1
- 6
-
19
Vadillo ↑ 90'
- 33
-
18
Landry Dimata ↑ 46'
-
21
Nico Ribaudo ↑ 57'
- 12
- 34
Coach
Vicente Moreno
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 |
| Castrin | 1 |
| Reguilon | 1 |
Head to Head
Sevilla FC Form
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona Form
2021-09-25
Sevilla FC
2–0
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona
L
2021-09-22
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona
1–0
Deportivo Alaves
W
2021-09-19
Real Betis Balompie
2–2
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona
D
2021-09-12
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona
1–2
Club Atletico de Madrid
L
2021-08-27
RCD Mallorca
1–0
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona
L
2021-08-21
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona
0–0
Villarreal CF
D
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.63
Sevilla FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
0.89
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona xG
I would bet for:
Sevilla FC to win 57%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Sevilla FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.52
Actual: No — clean sheet
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
Sevilla FC or Draw
82%
Draw or RCD Espanyol de Barcelona
43%
Sevilla FC or RCD Espanyol de Barcelona
75%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Sevilla FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
12.5%
1 – 0
12.2%
2 – 0
Actual
0 – 0
10%
2 – 1
9.2%
0 – 1
6.1%
3 – 0
5.6%
3 – 1
5.1%
1 – 2
5%
2 – 2
4.1%
0 – 2
3.1%
3 – 2
2.4%
Asian Handicap — Sevilla FC
| Handicap | Sevilla FC covers | Push | RCD Espanyol de Barcelona covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 13% | — | 87% |
| -2 | 13% | 17% | 71% |
| -1.5 | 29% | — | 71% |
| -1 | 29% | 24% | 47% |
| -0.5 | 53% | — | 47% |
| +0.5 | 81% | — | 19% |
| +1 | 81% | 13% | 7% |
| +1.5 | 93% | — | 7% |
| +2 | 93% | 5% | 2% |
| +2.5 | 98% | — | 2% |
Clean Sheet
Sevilla FC keeps clean sheet
42%
✗
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona keeps clean sheet
20%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.