Preview & Prediction: Sevilla FC takes on Valencia CF

Sevilla FC takes on Valencia CF in the upcoming La Liga encounter on 11th January 2025. Historically, Sevilla FC has a stronger track record against Valencia, having won 15 out of their 35 recent clashes, as compared to Valencia’s 11 victories. With the last meeting resulting in a narrow 2-1 win for Sevilla, they seem to have an edge, particularly with their solid home form.

This season, Sevilla has been consistent at home, boasting an average of 1.78 points per game, which starkly contrasts with Valencia’s dismal away record of just 0.33 points per game. Moreover, while clashes between these two teams typically produce an average of 2.23 goals, there’s also a 46% incidence of both teams scoring in their matches, indicating that while goals may come, it’s often a relatively lower-scoring affair.

Taking into account the current form and past encounters, Sevilla FC is well-placed to capitalize on their home advantage. With Valencia struggling away from home, Sevilla is likely to dominate the game once again. Expect Sevilla FC to secure the victory, possibly with a close scoreline, while Valencia’s chances appear slim given their current away form.

Insights

• Sevilla FC has a historical advantage in head-to-head meetings against Valencia CF, winning 15 of the last 35 encounters.
• Valencia CF has only 11 victories in their last 35 matches against Sevilla FC, indicating a challenging fixture for them.
• 9 of these 35 meetings have ended in a draw, suggesting a competitive rivalry.
• Sevilla FC has been strong at home this season with an average of 1.78 Points Per Game.
• Valencia CF struggles on the road, with a poor average of 0.33 Points Per Game away from home.
• Recent matches between these two teams have averaged 2.23 goals, indicating a moderate scoring expectation.
• Both teams have scored in 46% of their past meetings, suggesting moderate chances for both teams to find the net.
• Sevilla FC’s good home form gives them an edge in this upcoming match.
• Valencia CF’s current poor away performance could be a significant disadvantage for them.
• Past results suggest that Sevilla FC may be likely to secure another victory against Valencia CF.

Match Forecast

• Sevilla may capitalize on counter-attacks, given their strength in this area, potentially catching Valencia off guard.
• With both teams having weaknesses in defending through ball attacks, expect several through balls leading to dangerous situations.
• Sevilla’s strong aerial presence could exploit Valencia’s weakness in aerial duels, especially during set pieces and crosses.
• Valencia’s proficient defending of set pieces may neutralize some of Sevilla’s scoring opportunities from corners and free kicks.
• Sevilla’s aggressive play and tendency to foul might lead to giving up dangerous free-kick opportunities to Valencia.
• Given Valencia’s weakness in finishing scoring chances, Sevilla’s defense could be forgiven for any minor lapses.
• Valencia may find opportunities with long shots, considering Sevilla’s known weakness in defending them.
• If Sevilla leads, they might pose a threat on the break while exploiting Valencia’s difficulty in protecting a lead.
• The game may see a lot of play along the flanks, as both teams favor attacking down the sides.
• Sevilla’s strategy of playing in their own half might invite pressure from Valencia, who attempt crosses often and play with width.

Match Facts

• The most frequent scoreline between Sevilla FC and Valencia CF at Sevilla’s home is 1-0, occurring 5 times.
• In their last 32 home encounters, Sevilla FC has won 16 times, drawn 7 times, and lost 9 times to Valencia CF, with a goal differential of 42-31 favoring Sevilla.
• Across 64 total meetings, Sevilla FC has secured 25 victories, 13 draws, and 26 losses to Valencia CF, with the goal differential 77-70 in Valencia’s favor.
• Last season’s games resulted in a 1-2 loss for Sevilla at home and a 0-0 draw at Valencia’s ground.
• Sevilla FC scores 25% of their goals between the 31st and 45th minutes.
• Valencia CF nets 35% of their goals between the 46th and 60th minutes.
• Valencia CF is winless in their last 5 matches.
• Sevilla FC has received the highest number of red cards in LaLiga this season, totaling 5.
• Sevilla has failed to score in 2 out of their 9 home LaLiga matches this season.
• Valencia CF has not scored in 5 of their 9 away LaLiga matches this season.
• Valencia CF’s away record stands at 0 wins, 3 draws, and 6 losses.
• Dodi Lukebakio leads Sevilla FC scoring with 8 goals, while Hugo Duro has 5 goals for Valencia CF.
• Saul Niguez has the most assists for Sevilla with 3, while Diego Lopez is Valencia’s top assister with 2.
• Sevilla FC has found the back of the net in each of their last 7 games.
• Valencia CF has conceded in their last 7 matches.
• Sevilla FC wins the first half in 41% of their games; Valencia CF in 22%.
• Sevilla FC won one, Valencia one, and there were three draws in the last 5 encounters.
• Sevilla averages 1 goal per game against Valencia, who averages 0.8 against Sevilla.
• The average number of goals in Sevilla vs. Valencia matches is 1.8, with 0.6 goals on average in the first half.
• Both teams lost their last LaLiga match.
• Sevilla scores an average of 1.19 goals at home, and Valencia scores 1.04 goals on the road.
• When leading 1-0 at home, Sevilla wins 84% of the matches; Valencia wins 55% when leading 0-1 away.
• Sevilla fails to win any matches when trailing 0-1 at home; Valencia also wins none when down 1-0 away.
• Sevilla has better LaLiga form than Valencia.
• Sevilla’s last 5 match performance surpasses that of Valencia.