After the international break, Sevilla is in a bit of a jam. Having parted ways with their Europa League-winning coach, José Luis Mendilibar, in early October 2023, they’re navigating choppy waters.
Though surprising on the surface, the club has not started the season well in the league, and there is little pointing towards a significant change. New coach Diego Alonso, Uruguay’s former manager, has stepped in. And it’s not just a matter of swapping coaches; the team itself is a work in progress. Sevilla’s had some wins, sure, like against Almería (5-1) and Las Palmas (1-0), but those haven’t been exactly groundbreaking. The game’s at their home turf, the legendary Sánchez Pizjuan, so expect some extra fire from the Sevillistas.
On the flip side, Real Madrid is feeling good. Jude Bellingham was a standout in England’s win against Italy (3-1) and, when teams are leaky, will do it again. Add Real Madrid legend Sergio Ramos into the mix, and you’ve got a recipe for excitement.
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Sevilla vs Real Madrid Main Match Info
- Date: Saturday, October 21, 2023
- Kick-off time: 12:30 p.m. EDT
- Location: Sánchez Pizjuan (Sevilla, Spain)
- Official: Ricardo de Burgos Bengoetxea
Sevilla vs Real Madrid Prediction and Odds
- Pick: Real Madrid to win
- Odds: -114 (Tonybet)
There’s little reason to believe Real Madrid won’t cruise past Sevilla. The international break seems to have recharged the players and given them the gusto they need.
Now, Sevilla has been struggling, especially against Real Madrid, and with a new coach, it’s hard to see them flipping the script this fast. Historically, teams like Sevilla that are still trying to find their footing are just the kind of opponent Ancelotti’s squad excels at dismantling.
Sevilla vs Real Madrid Betting Tips
- Pick: Bellingham to score first
- Odds: +593 (Tonybet)
Bellingham has continued his streak, and we have every reason to think he’ll connect his team to the goal following an excellent campaign.
Sevilla is likely to lose, while Vinicius Jr is another strong candidate to score, especially after his lacklustre performance with Brazil.
Now let’s talk big picture: this match is a confidence game. Los Blancos have always scored two or three goals in most of their La Liga matchups, and they’ll want to keep that mojo going, especially with El Clásico on the horizon. That game could be a career-definer for Ancelotti, so the stakes are sky-high.
With Barcelona hot on Real Madrid’s heels, this match serves as an excellent opportunity for players to build confidence ahead of a jam-packed schedule. Whether it’s in La Liga or Europe, every match counts and the road to El Clásico has never been more critical.
