Match Preview: Sevilla vs. Osasuna

Sevilla will host Osasuna this afternoon at 16:15 at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán Stadium. Both teams enter this match significantly underperforming compared to their expectations, particularly with the absence of their primary attackers. In this context, César Azpilicueta becomes a focal point, given his history with Osasuna and his importance in Matías Almeyda’s strategies.

The Andalusian side returns to play in front of their home fans after three consecutive away matches, which included two in LaLiga and their debut in the Copa del Rey. Sevilla started the season positively, highlighted by a victory over Barcelona, but has since suffered three consecutive defeats against Mallorca, Real Sociedad, and Atlético Madrid. Almeyda will have Azpilicueta and Alfon González available, both of whom have managed their fitness during the week, but will be without Agoumé, who is recovering from a knock sustained in the match against Real Sociedad.

After breaking a five-match winless streak away from home with a draw in Oviedo, Osasuna arrives at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán with the aim of securing their first away victory of the league campaign. Coach Lisci will have to cope with the absence of two key players for this match, with top scorer Budimir sidelined due to a soleus injury and Torró dealing with ankle discomfort from the last game, joining already injured players Rosier and Iker Benito.

In the spotlight is the matchup between Akor Adams and Aimar Oroz. The Nigerian forward has a chance to impress Almeyda in light of Isaac Romero’s injury, which would mark his fourth start. Meanwhile, midfielder Oroz, returning from a month-and-a-half injury layoff, will play a pivotal role in Osasuna’s game strategy.