Sevilla is on the brink of relegation for the first time since the 1999-2000 season. They currently sit 18th in La Liga, two points behind Alaves. The team has lost five of their last six matches.
Real Sociedad, on the other hand, occupies eighth place in La Liga and has secured a spot in next season’s Europa League. They have a record of 11 wins, 10 draws, and 12 defeats this season.
Sevilla finished 17th last season, avoiding relegation by just one point. Their struggles continue this year, particularly at home where they have the third-worst record with only 19 points from 16 matches.
In their last encounter, Sevilla and Real Sociedad played to a 1-1 draw. Mikel Oyarzabal has been a standout player for Sociedad, scoring 17 goals this season.
Sevilla will be without Djibril Sow due to suspension and Marcao because of injury. However, Cesar Azpilicueta is expected to return from injury. Real Sociedad also faces challenges as Inaki Ruperez and Alvaro Odriozola are sidelined due to injuries.
Observers note that Sevilla’s fight to remain in La Liga continues against Real Sociedad at Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan on Monday evening. “This is a bigger match for Sevilla than it is for Real Sociedad,” analysts say. Yet, they find it hard to back a home success given Sevilla’s current form.
As Sevilla hopes to avoid a third consecutive defeat, they know every point counts. The stakes are high as they aim to secure their place in La Liga for another season.
