Read our expert Espanyol vs Sevilla prediction with betting tips, projected lineups, and the latest match odds ahead of this Spanish Primera Division clash.
Espanyol vs Sevilla Match Summary
Competition | LaLiga (Spanish Primera Division) |
|---|---|
Match Date | Sunday 6 September 2026 |
Match Time | 20:00 UK time |
Venue (City, Stadium) | RCDE Stadium |
Broadcast (TV / Streaming / Radio / Bookmaker Streaming) | Premier Sports (UK) |
The Espanyol vs Sevilla fixture arrives with plenty at stake, and any Espanyol vs Sevilla prediction has to weigh a home side with a point to prove against dogged visitors.
Espanyol sit 14th in the table after a messy start, and there is an added edge with sporting director Monchi facing his former club for the first time in a competitive fixture.
Sevilla arrive 9th on both standing and form, and will fancy their record in this matchup after a bright opening to the campaign before their last outing.
Sevilla are undefeated in 13 of their last 14 matches against Espanyol in all competitions, so the visitors carry a stubborn recent edge into this one.
Espanyol vs Sevilla Form
Espanyol enjoyed a strong start, hammering Levante 3-0, before it all went downhill with defeats in their second and third matches. They sit 14th in the table and lean on counter attacks and sharp finishing. Javi Hernández is the man in form, providing assists in three of his last three LaLiga outings.
Sevilla won their opening two matches before a 3-1 defeat against Atletico Madrid last time out. Sitting 9th on form and standing, Luis García Plaza's side create chances well and are dangerous coming from behind. Watch the disciplinary record too, with Gabriel Suazo booked in each of his last two LaLiga appearances.
Espanyol vs Sevilla Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Espanyol: Javi Puado (Injured/out), Kike García (Injured/out)
Sevilla: Ruben Vargas (Injured/doubtful)
Espanyol
Espanyol have a couple of injury concerns. Javi Puado is still recovering from a serious knee injury and isn't expected back until at least October, while Kike García has been ruled out until December. Leandro Cabrera is available following his suspension and could return to the starting XI.
Sevilla
Sevilla could have a fully fit squad heading into this game. Ruben Vargas picked up a knock on his knee this week, so there's a chance he misses out, but otherwise the visitors have a clean bill of health to pick from.
Espanyol vs Sevilla Predicted Lineup
Espanyol
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: Dmitrovic; Hinojo, Núñez, El Hilali, Cabrera; Expósito, González de Zárate; Dolan, Hernández, Cala; Fernández
Sevilla
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: Vlachodimos; Suazo, Salas, Castrín, Iglesias; Agoumé, Kochorashvili; P. Fernández, Guridi, Sierra; Ure
Espanyol vs Sevilla Key Stats & Match Facts
Sevilla are undefeated in 13 of their last 14 matches against Espanyol in all competitions.
Sevilla have scored 2+ goals in 7 out of 10 matches vs Espanyol (LaLiga).
Both teams have scored in 6 of the last 7 meetings between Espanyol and Sevilla (LaLiga).
Espanyol have received 4+ cards in 3 of their last 3 matches vs Sevilla (LaLiga).
There have been 29+ shots taken in 3 of the last 3 meetings between Espanyol and Sevilla (LaLiga).
Espanyol vs Sevilla Prediction & Best Bets
Our prediction: This has the makings of an open, goal-friendly fixture, and our Espanyol vs Sevilla prediction leans towards the visitors edging it. The projected scoreline is Espanyol 1-2 Sevilla, with both sides expected to find the net.
Best Bets
Back Over 2.5 Goals in the Total Goals Over/Under market. The numbers point to an attacking affair, with a projected 2.89 total goals split across both sides. Add in a head-to-head that routinely serves up goals at both ends and this stacks up nicely.
Select Yes in the Both Teams To Score market. With a 58% implied probability of both sides scoring and each team tipped to get on the scoresheet, this reads as a sensible follow-up. Both teams have scored in six of the last seven meetings, which only strengthens the case.
Espanyol vs Sevilla Bet Builder
Our Espanyol vs Sevilla bet builder tips lean into a feisty, card-heavy fixture, combining Over 2.5 Espanyol cards, Pol Lozano and Gabriel Suazo to be carded, plus Roberto Fernández anytime goalscorer.
Leg one is Over 2.5 Total Espanyol Cards. The hosts have received 3+ cards in three of their last three LaLiga matches, so their disciplinary record does the talking here.
Leg two is Pol Lozano to be shown a card. The Espanyol midfielder has been carded in three of his last four appearances against Sevilla, making him a solid disciplinary pick in the engine room.
Leg three is Gabriel Suazo to be carded. The Sevilla full-back carries a clear booking trend, having picked up cards in his last couple of LaLiga outings, adding further value to the ticket.
Leg four is Roberto Fernández anytime goalscorer. The Espanyol forward has found the net in a pair of his recent LaLiga appearances and remains their focal point in attack.
At the time of writing, this bet builder pays a best price of 34/1 and is as short as 28/1 elsewhere.
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Bet builder odds correct at time of publishing.
Espanyol vs Sevilla Talking Points
The obvious subplot is Monchi, who faces Sevilla in an official competitive fixture for the first time after more than two decades across two tenures as their sporting director before joining Espanyol. On the pitch, Sevilla's stubborn record in this matchup and their knack of coming back from losing positions make them awkward opponents, while Espanyol's card-happy habit against these visitors, having received 4+ cards in three of their last three meetings, keeps the disciplinary angle firmly in play. With both sides fond of finding the net, expect goals and needle in equal measure.
Espanyol vs Sevilla Predictions FAQs
When is the Espanyol vs Sevilla Spanish Primera Division game?
The match takes place on Sunday 6 September 2026, kicking off at 20:00 UK time.
Where is Espanyol vs Sevilla being played?
The match is being played at RCDE Stadium.
Where can I watch Espanyol vs Sevilla?
The match will be broadcast live on Premier Sports in the UK.
What competition is Espanyol vs Sevilla in?
Espanyol vs Sevilla is a Spanish Primera Division fixture.
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