La Liga Regular Season - 21
Sevilla 2 - 1 FT Athletic Club
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Sevilla
Goalkeepers
Odysseas Vlachodimos
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Defenders
Juanlu Sánchez
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José Ángel Carmona
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Nemanja Gudelj
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Kike Salas
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Gabriel Suazo
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Midfielders
Djibril Sow
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Lucien Agoumé
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Peque Fernández
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Forwards
Akor Adams
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Isaac Romero
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BENCH
Ørjan Nyland
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Alberto Flores
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Andres Castrin
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Oso
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Fábio Cardoso
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Federico Gattoni
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Manu Bueno
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Joan Jordán
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Miguel Sierra
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Chidera Ejuke
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Alex Costa
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Athletic Club
Goalkeepers
Unai Simón
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Defenders
Jesús Areso
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Daniel Vivian
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Aitor Paredes
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Yuri Berchiche
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Midfielders
Iñigo Ruiz de Galarreta
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Mikel Jauregizar
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Robert Navarro
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Oihan Sancet
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Álex Berenguer
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Forwards
Urko Izeta
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BENCH
Alex Padilla
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Andoni Gorosabel
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Adama Boiro
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Jon de Luis
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Iker Monreal Agundez
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Unai Gómez
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Mikel Vesga
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Alejandro Rego
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Selton Sanchez
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Nico Williams
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Asier Hierro
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Nico Serrano
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Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17/08/2025 | Athletic Club | 3 - 2 | Sevilla | La Liga | San Mamés |
| 16/03/2025 | Sevilla | 0 - 1 | Athletic Club | La Liga | Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán |
| 29/09/2024 | Athletic Club | 1 - 1 | Sevilla | La Liga | San Mamés Barria |
| 19/05/2024 | Athletic Club | 2 - 0 | Sevilla | La Liga | San Mamés Barria |
| 04/01/2024 | Sevilla | 0 - 2 | Athletic Club | La Liga | Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán |
| 27/04/2023 | Athletic Club | 0 - 1 | Sevilla | La Liga | San Mamés Barria |
17/08/2025
16/03/2025
29/09/2024
19/05/2024
04/01/2024
27/04/2023
Sevilla Win
Athletic Club Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 21 GD: +35
P: 21 GD: +28
P: 21 GD: +21
P: 20 GD: +16
P: 21 GD: 0
P: 21 GD: +7
P: 21 GD: +6
P: 21 GD: 0
P: 21 GD: -1
P: 21 GD: -14
P: 21 GD: 0
P: 21 GD: -5
P: 21 GD: -10
P: 21 GD: -11
P: 21 GD: -8
P: 21 GD: -11
P: 21 GD: -11
P: 21 GD: -9
P: 20 GD: -10
League Standings
P: 28 GD: +49
P: 28 GD: +36
P: 28 GD: +22
P: 28 GD: +18
P: 28 GD: +8
P: 28 GD: +7
P: 28 GD: -7
P: 27 GD: -1
P: 28 GD: -7
P: 28 GD: -10
P: 27 GD: 0
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -10
P: 27 GD: -6
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -9
P: 27 GD: -16
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Sevilla Overcome Athletic in Pizjuán Thriller
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 61/100. A gritty comeback victory sees Sevilla leapfrog their rivals in a match where clinical finishing finally met relentless home pressure.
High Stakes in the Andalusian Heat
The Intensity at Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán was palpable from the opening whistle as two sides locked on 24 points battled for mid-table supremacy. Sevilla thought they had secured the perfect start in the 22nd minute when N. Gudelj powered a header home, only for VAR to intervene and disallow the goal for a foul in the build-up. Despite this early frustration, the pace of the match never slackened. Both teams contributed to a combined barrage of 25 shots, turning the afternoon into a relentless shooting gallery. While both sides edged possession with 50% each, the tactical struggle in midfield prevented any sustained dominance. The goalkeepers were the early heroes, producing a total of 8 saves to keep the Balance of the match intact during a frantic first half-hour.
A Lightning Exchange Before the Break
The match exploded into life with a chaotic two-minute spell just before the interval, heightening the Stakes for both managers. In the 40th minute, R. Navarro momentarily silenced the home supporters, finishing a slick Athletic move to give the visitors a precious lead. However, the response from the hosts was instantaneous and emphatic. Just two minutes later, J. Sanchez delivered a pinpoint cross for Peque Fernández, who clinically leveled the score with a smart finish. This rapid swing in momentum altered the psychological landscape of the match. The lead had changed hands in spirit if not yet in scoreline, as the Nervionenses went into the dressing room with all the momentum behind them after neutralizing the visitors' breakthrough so quickly.
Adams Seals the Remontada
The second half saw Sevilla emerge with renewed purpose, hunting for a winner to ignite their season. Their persistence was rewarded in the 56th minute when a clumsy challenge inside the box resulted in a penalty. A. Adams stepped up under immense pressure and coolly converted from the spot, completing the comeback and sending the stadium into raptures. There would be no late Upset Factor for Athletic Club, who struggled to turn their 10 corners into meaningful chances against a resolute home defense. This result marks a significant turning point for the Andalusians, securing a vital three points and providing much-needed breathing room in the standings. It was a match defined by resilience, where the home side's ability to capitalize on key moments proved the difference in a tightly contested affair.
Key Questions
How did Sevilla complete the comeback from behind?
Sevilla equalised through Peque Fernández just two minutes after conceding, then secured the win via a 56th-minute penalty from A. Adams.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Resilience Meets Inconsistency in Seville
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 41/100. A clash of historical heavyweights currently separated by middle-table mediocrity where defensive solidity will likely outshine creative spark.
The Setup
The Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán prepares for a fixture between two sides struggling to find their rhythm in the second half of the season. Sevilla, sitting 16th, have seen their home Form collapse, securing just three wins in ten attempts in front of their own fans. Athletic Club occupy 8th place, but their recent trajectory has been hampered by defensive lapses. Despite the gap in the table, the Balance of the match suggests a very tight contest, with the away side holding only a marginal edge in win probability.
Key Battle
With no direct individual matchups highlighted, the game will be won or lost in the tactical transition. Sevilla's defensive unit, featuring Juanlu Sánchez, must contend with the explosive pace of Athletic's Stars. Nico Williams and Oihan Sancet provide a dynamic threat that will test Sevilla's resolve, while Dani Vivian anchors a visiting backline tasked with neutralizing a desperate home attack.
Our Prediction
This match is likely to unfold as a cagey affair. Sevilla’s need for points will force them into a conservative setup to avoid another home defeat, while Athletic have struggled to kill off games on the road. The Stakes may be statistically low, but the pressure on the hosts is immense. We anticipate a 1-1 draw, as both teams lack the clinical edge required to claim all three points in what should be a grind of a ninety minutes.