Sevilla Secures Victory with Peque’s Standout Performance

Sevilla returned to winning ways in their latest match, defeating Osasuna 1-0 at home. A key player in this positive outcome was Peque, who made his third consecutive start in both LaLiga and the Copa del Rey. Coach Matías Almeyda employed a 3-4-1-2 formation to maximize Peque’s effectiveness in the attacking midfielder role. Throughout the match, Peque showcased his talents by consistently demanding the ball, becoming the offensive beacon for his team and emerging as one of the standout players.

During the match against Osasuna, Peque completed four successful dribbles, achieved an impressive 89% passing accuracy, and won three aerial duels in just 76 minutes of play. This performance was arguably his best as a Sevilla player, earning him widespread applause from the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán crowd upon his substitution. “He was the best player on the field, and I am very happy because I thought he might not be considered. Over time, I have shown that I treat everyone equally, and his chances were always going to come; he just needed to be ready. He is improving with each game,” Almeyda remarked in the post-match press conference.

In a Sevilla squad that is not brimming with individual quality, Peque brings essential attributes that the team requires to pose a threat with the ball. Among the attackers, he records the fewest possessions lost per match (0.4), placing him second overall in the team, surpassed only by Lucien Agoumé (0.2). Additionally, he ranks third in successful dribbles (0.8), behind Chidera Ejuke (1.2) and José Ángel Carmona (0.9). Furthermore, Peque has demonstrated a level of commitment to pressing opponents that was initially unexpected, a crucial aspect of this team’s strategy.

“I loved how he played, showcasing a fighting spirit, a desire for the ball, causing fouls, and running more than he possibly could. I appreciate when players leave the pitch completely exhausted, as it signifies they gave their all. I believe the ovation he received was well-deserved,” Almeyda praised Peque, who was one of the club’s major investments last season and aims to take significant strides forward this year.