Midfield Concerns and Attacking Boost
Sevilla FC is preparing for their upcoming La Liga fixture against Osasuna with a mixed bag of personnel news. The midfield faces significant challenges, as Jon Guridi is confirmed out due to injury, and Giorgi Kochorashvili is doubtful, dealing with a left soleus overload after missing the last match due to a minor calf issue. This creates an opportunity for Manu Bueno, who is considered an immediate performance alternative for the midfield. Bueno has been in impressive form, leading Sevilla in progressive carries per 90 minutes (13.28), advancing an average of 17.8 meters. He also boasts a 91% pass accuracy in the final third and generates 1.48 chances per game, as reported by [1]. His recent performance against Real Madrid, where he contributed a goal and an assist, further solidifies his expected prominent role. Lucas Stassin is also regaining fitness after an injury, adding depth to the squad. On a positive note for the attack, Isaac Romero returns from suspension, having received a second yellow card in a previous match against Levante. His return will be a welcome boost for a Sevilla side that has demonstrated a strong scoring record this season, with 12 different goal scorers and finding the net in all nine of their league matches, a feat matched only by Barcelona and Betis, according to [2].
Refereeing Controversy Continues
Sevilla FC has been actively engaging with the Technical Committee of Referees (CTA) following a series of controversial decisions in their recent match against Real Madrid. The club’s president traveled to Madrid to meet with the CTA, seeking explanations for perceived biased refereeing and reviewing VAR audio and video from specific incidents. These incidents included a potential red card for Arda Güler and a penalty appeal for Peque, who fell in the Real Madrid penalty area but was not awarded a spot-kick. The CTA acknowledged a potential foul by Konaté on Robbie Ure and admitted a lack of clear VAR images for the incident involving Arda Guler and Peque, as reported by [3]. The refereeing committee also confirmed that Lo Celso’s goal was correctly disallowed due to a prior handball by Cucho Hernández and acknowledged a penalty should have been awarded to Elche for a persistent hold on an Israeli player. However, the committee did not explain the Güler incident due to unclear footage, according to [4]. This ongoing dialogue highlights Sevilla’s commitment to addressing refereeing standards and ensuring fair play.
What it means
Sevilla FC currently sits in 6th position in La Liga with 14 points from 9 matches, having secured 4 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses. Their goal difference stands at 14 goals scored and 16 conceded. Recent form shows a mixed bag of results, with a 1-4 loss to Real Madrid, a 3-3 draw against Levante UD, and a 1-3 loss to FC Barcelona in their last three league outings. Prior to that, they secured back-to-back 1-0 victories against RC Deportivo La Coruña and Valencia CF. This inconsistent form suggests a team capable of strong performances but also vulnerable to defeats against top-tier opposition. The upcoming fixture against Osasuna on October 26th at home presents an opportunity for Sevilla to consolidate their position in the top half of the table. With key midfielders sidelined, the performance of Manu Bueno will be critical in dictating the flow of the game. The return of Isaac Romero could provide the necessary attacking impetus to secure a positive result against Osasuna, a match where predict.game’s forecast will lock 24 hours before kick-off.
Sources
- Marca: Manu Bueno, la alternativa de la casa marca.com ↩
- Marca: El Sevilla no falta a su cita con el gol marca.com ↩
- Marca: El CTA reconoce ante el Sevilla los errores en el Bernabéu marca.com ↩
- Marca: 'Tiempo de Revisión' no explica la polémica acción Güler y confirma que el gol de Betis está bien anulado marca.com ↩
