Sevilla Secures Vital Victory Over Osasuna Ahead of International Break

Sevilla secured a significant victory against Osasuna in their last match before the upcoming international break. This win provided the team with three vital points, breaking a disappointing streak of three consecutive losses to Mallorca, Real Sociedad, and Atlético de Madrid. The previous international recess had adversely affected the Nervionense squad, making this break essential for recovering key players for head coach Matías Almeyda, one of whom is Alexis Sánchez.

The Chilean forward has embraced the challenge of joining a team in need of leadership and has demonstrated his dedication from the outset. Until his recent setback, he had recorded two goals and one assist in seven matches. On October 26, Sevilla announced that he had sustained a hamstring injury in his right leg, with an initial prognosis indicating a recovery period of five to seven weeks.

Eager to return to action, Alexis recently shared a story on his Instagram, showcasing his training session in the first team’s gym during a rest day at the Ciudad Deportiva José Ramón Cisneros Palacios, accompanied by the message “back soon.” He is determined to expedite his recovery.

In the same vein, César Azpilicueta, who made his return at the Metropolitano after an injury, unfortunately, re-injured himself in the final training session before the Osasuna match, affecting the soleus muscle in his right leg. Like Alexis, he is aware of his body and understands the importance of not pushing beyond his limits.

Sevilla is cautious about rushing back players, especially if there is a significant risk of re-injury. The club recently shared a video featuring Alexis Sánchez with other unselected teammates, such as Cardoso, Álvaro Fernández, and Azpilicueta, waiting in the locker room to congratulate their teammates following the victory over Osasuna. The team misses their contributions, and in a crucial match like the upcoming derby against Betis on November 30, having players with Alexis’s experience, quality, and composure would be a tremendous boost for both the fans and coach Almeyda.