Sevilla vs Leganés: A Battle for Survival
This Sunday, May 4th, 2024, Sevilla and Leganés clash in a crucial La Liga match at the Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan. Both teams are desperate for a win, battling to avoid the dreaded relegation zone. Watch the game live and free on Fubo!
A Look at the Teams
Leganés, currently 19th in the table, finds themselves four points from safety. Their recent form is abysmal, with only eight points from their last 39. Relegation seems a real possibility unless they can dramatically improve. Sevilla, though better off in 15th place, is far from secure, sitting just five points above the drop zone with five games remaining. A single victory could be enough to secure their top-flight status, but their recent form – only one point from their last six games – offers little comfort.
Sevilla's recent struggles prompted the return of Joaquín Caparrós for a fourth stint as manager. However, his two matches in charge haven't yielded much improvement.
| Team | League Position | Points from Last 39 (Leganés)/Points from Last 6 (Sevilla) | Key Player |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sevilla | 15th | 1 | Various; team performance is inconsistent |
| Leganés | 19th | 8 | Daniel Raba (7 goals, 4 assists) |
How to Watch
Game Date: May 4th, 2024
Start Time: 10:15 a.m. ET
TV: ESPN Deportes
Live Stream: Fubo (Start your free trial!)
Past Encounters and Key Players
The two teams have a history, with Sevilla holding a slight edge in their head-to-head record. Leganés secured a 1-0 victory earlier this season, but their form has since deteriorated. Leganés's key player, Daniel Raba, has been instrumental in their attack, contributing significantly to their goal tally. Sevilla will be relying on their collective strength to overcome Leganés’ determined fight for survival. The presence of former players like Marko Dmitrović, Munir El Haddadi, and Óscar Rodríguez adds an extra layer of intrigue to the match.
Prediction
While Sevilla possesses the home-field advantage and a greater need for points, their inconsistency makes a confident prediction difficult. However, given Leganés' struggles and their poor away record, a narrow victory for Sevilla seems the most likely outcome.
Prediction: Sevilla 1-0 Leganés
Note: This prediction is based on current form and statistics; the actual outcome of the match may differ.
About the Author
Soyoye Jedidiah is a European and international football journalist at Sportskeeda with over 3 years of experience covering match previews. A passionate Manchester United fan, he combines his love for football with his engineering studies at the University of Ibadan.
