Key Takeaways:
- Sevilla aims to break a three-game losing streak in La Liga.
- Osasuna seeks to improve their position, currently sitting 15th.
- Both teams have struggled defensively and offensively, respectively.
- Key players are out injured for both sides, impacting team selections.
- Recent history suggests a closely contested match, with draws being a common outcome.
Match Preview
Sevilla is set to face Osasuna in a La Liga match at Estadio Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan, aiming to halt a three-game losing streak in the league. Sevilla currently occupies 13th place with 13 points from 11 games. Their opponents, Osasuna, are slightly lower in 15th place with 11 points from the same number of matches. This match is crucial for both teams as they seek to climb the La Liga table.
Sevilla’s start to the 2025-26 season began with 13 points from their opening eight games. However, they have since lost to Mallorca, Real Sociedad, and Atletico Madrid. Although they secured a win against Toledo in the Copa del Rey, they suffered a 3-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid. Sevilla’s defensive record is a cause for concern, having conceded 19 goals this season, among the worst in the league.
Historically, Sevilla has the upper hand in matches against Osasuna, winning 45 out of 107 encounters, but they have lost 34 times. Osasuna won the last match between these teams in April 2025. However, three of the last four matches ended in a draw, and Sevilla’s last victory over Osasuna was in October 2021. Sevilla has failed to win any of their last eight matches against Osasuna across all competitions, and Osasuna secured a 3-2 victory at Estadio Ramon in February 2023.
Osasuna has had a mixed season, with three wins, two draws, and six losses in their 11 league matches. They are currently 15th, two points ahead of Valencia in the relegation zone. Their recent form includes a goalless draw with Real Oviedo and losses to Atletico Madrid and Celta Vigo. Last season, Osasuna finished ninth, but a push for European qualification seems unlikely this season.
Osasuna will face a Sevilla team with one of the league’s worst defensive records. However, Osasuna has struggled in attack, scoring only nine goals in their 11 fixtures.
Team News
Sevilla will miss key players such as Isaac Romero and Alexis Sanchez due to injury. Fabio Cardoso, Joan Jordan, and Alfon Gonzalez are also expected to be unavailable. Lucien Agoume returns from suspension and is likely to feature. Akor Adams may replace Romero, hoping to add to his two goals this season.
Osasuna will be without Iker Benito and Valentin Rosier due to injury. Lucas Torro’s fitness will be assessed before the match. Ante Budimir, with five goals in 12 appearances, will lead the attack. Victor Munoz and Iker Munoz are also expected to start.
Predicted Lineups
Sevilla’s possible starting lineup: Vlachodimos; Carmona, Azpilicueta, Marcao, Suazo; Agoume, Mendy; Sanchez, Sow, Vargas; Adams.
Osasuna’s possible starting lineup: Herrera; Moncayola, Catena, Boyomo, Bretones; Gomez, I Munoz; V Munoz, Oroz, Ruben Garcia; Budimir.
Prediction
Considering the recent history of draws between these two teams, especially at Estadio Ramon, a 1-1 draw is predicted. Both teams have struggled with consistency, and a tight contest is anticipated.