Real Madrid vs Sevilla Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

Los Blancos will take on Los Hispalenses in Matchday 18 of LaLiga

Real Madrid have done most of their winning at the Bernabeu this season, they will welcome Sevilla on Sunday afternoon. Recently, the Los Blancos won the FIFA Intercontinental Cup where they defeated the Mexican team Pachuca by 3-0.

Now they have a great chance of going to the top of the table at La Liga as their rival FC Barcelona have dropped points. If they win against Sevilla they will have a two-point advantage over them. This fixture is very crucial for the home team as they lost their golden opportunity against Rayo Vallecano and will look to take this chance to become the new La Liga leader.

Hoping to stop the Los Blancos in their tracks will be visitors Sevilla, who are not consistently performing well in LaLiga. Garcia Pimienta’s side has particularly struggled at the back, and they will have to give their all against Los Blancos away from home. They struggle a lot when they play away from him and surely playing at Bernabeu will be a tough task for them. This will be an exciting fixture for sure.

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— Real Madrid C.F. (@realmadrid) December 18, 2024

Kick-off:

Sunday, 22 Dec 2024 at 03:15 PM UK, 08:45 PM IST

Location: Santiago Bernabeu

Form

Real Madrid (in all competitions): D-W-W-L-W

Sevilla (in all competitions): W-L-W-D-W

Players to Watch

Kylian Mbappe (Real Madrid)

Mbappe’s ability to exploit defensive lines with explosive bursts of acceleration makes him a constant threat in behind. The Frenchman’s strength and technique make him a great link-up player. Mbappe’s electrifying pace allows him to leave defenders trailing in his wake, creating a constant threat to the opposition’s defence. He can take it on both the outside and inside of his opponent, using his technique.

Even though his performance has not been consistent for the Los Blancos and he has faced a lot of criticism this season but still, he is one of the best in the world and is capable of making a difference on the pitch. In 15 LaLiga matches, he has scored nine goals and provided one assist. In UCL he scored twice in six fixtures till now.

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— Real Madrid C.F. (@realmadrid) December 19, 2024

Dodi Lukebakio (Sevilla)

Lukebakio is a versatile player who can play in all areas of Sevilla’s frontline. The Belgian’s greatest assets are his explosive pace and above-average vision. His sheer size helps him to win aerial duels quite easily and is able to shrug off challenges due to his core strength. When he plays a winger he likes to cut inside and tries to create goalscoring chances.

Lukebakio is a great asset for Sevilla in counter-attacks as he is able to break defences with his pace and with his clinical finishing he scores goals. He is an expert in getting away from his marker and gets into good attacking positions. In 17 league games, he scored seven goals and in UCL he is yet to score a goal.

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— Dodi Lukebakio (@DLukebakio) November 24, 2024

Match Facts

• The winner of the last meeting was Real Madrid
• The average number of goals in meetings between Real Madrid and Sevilla is 3
• When Real Madrid is down 0-1 at home, they win 66% of their matches

Real Madrid vs Sevilla: Betting Tips & Odds

• Tip 1 – Real Madrid to win this fixture – 1/3 by bet365
• Tip 2 – Both teams to score
• Tip 2 – Goals scored under 2.5

Injury and Team News

David Alaba has recently returned to training but most probably he will not play the match. Ferland Mendy, Dani Carvajal and Eder Militao are still injured.

Chidera Ejuke and Tanguy Nianzout both are injured. Adria Pedrosa is doubtful for the match. The rest of the players are fit to play.

Head-to-Head

Matches: 50

Real Madrid: 33

Sevilla: 14

Draws: 3

Predicted Lineups

Real Madrid Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):

Courtois (GK); Vazquez, Tchouameni, Rudiger, Garcia; Valverde, Camavinga; Rodrygo, Bellingham, Vincius Jr; Mbappe

Sevilla Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):

Fernandez (GK); Montiel, Bade, Gudelj, Salas; Bueno, Agoume, Saul; Idumbo, Iheanacho, Lukebakio

Match Prediction for Real Madrid vs Sevilla

The Los Blancos are the favourites to win this match, they will be looking to become the table toppers of La Liga. Sevilla are no pushovers but still, the home team are a quality side who are capable of getting all three points at home. This will be a mouthwatering fixture for sure. Most probably the home team will win this game.

Prediction: Real Madrid 2-1 Sevilla

Telecast for Real Madrid vs Sevilla

India: GXR World

UK: Premier Sports and ITV

USA: ESPN+

Nigeria: SuperSport

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