Sevilla vs Espanyol Match Preview: La Liga Showdown

Match context

Sevilla host Espanyol at Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán on 9 May 2026 in La Liga, Regular Season - 35. Sevilla sit 17th on 37 points with a goal difference of -14, while Espanyol are 13th on 39 points, also with a -14 goal difference. The fixture has not yet started.

Sevilla availability

Sevilla have several concerns ahead of kickoff.

• Marcao (Wrist Injury) is sidelined.
• M. Bueno (Knee Injury) is doubtful.
• I. Romero (Injury) is doubtful.

Marcao’s absence reduces defensive depth for a Sevilla side that has already conceded 55 goals in 34 matches. The doubts over M. Bueno and I. Romero further thin out rotation options in midfield and attack, forcing the hosts to lean heavily on the rest of the squad.

Espanyol availability

Espanyol also travel with notable issues.

• J. Puado (Knee Injury) is sidelined.
• C. Ngonge (Knee Injury) is doubtful.

With Espanyol scoring 37 goals so far, the loss of J. Puado from the attacking line limits variety in the final third, while the uncertainty around C. Ngonge removes another potential threat from the bench or starting XI.

Impact summary

Both sides retain their main creative influence Edu Expósito, who has 6 assists for Espanyol, but cumulative absences and doubts on each side could constrain attacking output in what is already a tight lower-table clash.