Papu Gómez makes his first matchday squad, while Diego Carlos makes his return from Covid-19. Despite their respective returns to training, Vaclík & Escudero continue to miss out. Also, Gudelj is serving a suspension, and Óscar is injured (hamstring).
It has been quite the week for Lopetegui’s Sevilla, with two great performances ending by a 3-0 scoreline, highlighting an ever-improving offense. A team that is finally coming together, has now added Serie A’s leader in assists of the past two seasons. It’s curious how the Argentine maestro will integrate in Julen’s system. But taking precedence is a tough away match against Mendilibar’s men. Will Sevilla succeed in reversing the loss suffered in October?
It’s no wonder Ipurua is such a tough place to go, look how on top of the pitch the stands are. So closed in, and I always think it looks extremely dark when played in late afternoon / evening games.