Predictions for Sevilla's XI from the sports press

On paper, they were two teams that would, in principle, be fighting to avoid the relegation spots. In practice, none of that. Sevilla are seventh with 17 points. Just 2 behind Real Sociedad (sixth) and three points off the Champions places.

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The team's good results and image mean that Luis García Plaza has few doubts when it comes to putting together his XI. If something works, why change it? The media feel the same way; there are very few doubts about the starters. The only question comes when choosing the system the Madrid coach will opt for. Against Osasuna we saw a 4-4-2. A clear statement of intent to go out and fight for the three points. However, his preferred option has been a 4-2-3-1 system 4-2-3-1. 

As for individual names, in goal and in defence there is unanimity. In midfield, everyone goes for Agoumé and Fofana. If García Plaza sticks with his usual system, Kochorashvili has more chances of completing the engine room, but Manu Bueno can't be ruled out. If he chooses a 4-4-2, Kochorashvili -or, failing that, Manu Bueno- would be the one sacrificed. Félix Correia on the left side has a full slate of votes, and on the right, Ejuke is the favourite. Rubén Vargas's option, even though he's lost some ground, is still very close. Up front, Lucas Stassin is the fixed choice for everyone. If he starts with two strikers, his most likely partner is Isaac Romero. Marcao and Miguel Sierra are the only absences.

El Desmarque: 4-2-3-1 and a 50-50 call between Kochorashvili and Manu Bueno

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Giorgi Kochorashvili
1.750.000€-30.000€?

J11

-

J10

-

J9

5

J8

3

J7

MD

10

23

Manu Bueno
580.000€+90.000€?

J11

4

J10

12

J9

-

J8

-

J7

MD

01

As visitors, and in a complex and demanding setting like the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez, the Andalusian midfielder believes the most logical thing is for Sevilla to return to the distribution they're used to. In it, Kocho has been undisputed since arriving at Nervión, but Manu Bueno has strung together two straight matches with minutes, and at the Bernabéu he was the author of the only Sevilla goal, which helped to dress the result. In addition, Kochorashvili played for more than an hour in this week's Copa del Rey tie. Manu has entered the group of those 14 or 15 players who are in the coach's plans and is an important part of the rotations. The midfield would be made up by one of those two- playing, yes, but closer to the area- and the French duo Agoumé- Fofana. In the attacking front, Ejuke and Félix Correia on the wings and Stassin at 9. 

Alineación del Desmarque to storm the Coliseum: Odysseas; Juan Iglesias, Castrín, Kike Salas, Suazo; Agoumé, Fofana, Kochorashvili/ Manu; Ejuke, Félix Correia and Lucas Stassin.

MARCA believes the 4-4-2 is here to stay

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Lucas Stassin
3.570.000€-30.000€?

J11

4

J10

4

J9

-

J8

-

J7

DL

11

35

Robbie Ure
3.400.000€-260.000€?

J11

2

J10

3

J9

16

J8

2

J7

DL

21

The Sevilla found their way back at the Sánchez Pizjuán. After the matches at the Ciutat de Valencia and the Bernabéu wrapped in controversy, Sevilla fans were the shelter and the right push. Despite being competitive against all their opponents, Luis García Plaza and his staff worked during the week with two strikers. Stassin 's return was very positive news and could bring changes. The Belgian earned his place before the injury and Robbie Ure has not managed to establish himself. And Isaac Romero is also there. The academy graduate makes the most of whatever he's given, and already has 3 goals and 1 assist despite playing fewer minutes than his two team-mates. 

The defensive wall has names and surnames. From Vlachodimos in goal, to Juan Iglesias and Suazo, and going through Kike Iglesias and Castrín. All five are untouchable. Agoumé and Fofana, the pivot who has captivated Sevilla, too. Félix Correia has become the master of the left flank and Ejuke, for now, is the one closest to doing the same on the right. 

MARCA's starting XI: Odysseas; Juan Iglesias, Castrín, Kike Salas, Suazo; Agoumé, Fofana, Ejuke, Félix Correia; Isaac Romero and Lucas Stassin.

El Correo de Sevilla is surprised with a playmaker role

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Isaac Romero
2.000.000€+30.000€?

J11

11

J10

-

J9

6

J8

3

J7

DL

13

El Correo de Sevilla 's bet is that we will see a Sevilla FC that will not reinforce the midfield. In other words, they will go back to a 4-2-3-1. Getafe is a very powerful physical opponent, and they make it their banner to subject the rival to suffocating pressure and not give up any duel. The primary aim of Bordalás 's side is to nullify the midfield and reduce the pace of the match as much as possible. That is why the pivot Agoumé- Fofana and a playmaker are the best option. Interestingly, Isaac Romero is the one chosen to be ahead of the French pair and just behind Stassin, who would be the "killer". The 16 excels in that area of the pitch thanks to his mobility and ability to combine.  So taking the three points means moving the danger and attacking constantly down the flanks. A mission that will fall to Félix Correia and Ejuke. The goal and the back line will be the ones on show.

The starting XI of El Correo de Sevilla are: Odysseas; Juan Iglesias, Castrín, Kike Salas, Suazo; Agoumé, Fofana, Ejuke, Félix Correia Isaac Romero and Lucas Stassin. 

Comuniate keeps the same look as in Matchday 10

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Ejuke
2.140.000€+130.000€?

J11

5

J10

6

J9

-

J8

2

J7

MD

01

10

Rubén Vargas
1.720.000€+60.000€?

J11

5

J10

2

J9

-

J8

-

J7

MD

00

For many, it was a surprise to see Ejuke occupy Sevilla's right wing against Osasuna. Vargas was a decisive player last season and at the Bernabéu he played his first 45 minutes on the pitch. But the truth is that Ejuke, who was his replacement, shook things up at the Casa Blanca and took on almost all the weight of the Sevilla attack. The Nigerian responded and made a giant leap from being a substitute to becoming a starter in Luis García Plaza's plans. Against Osasuna, he confirmed that what we saw at the Bernabéu was not a coincidence. With work and in silence, Chidera is winning ground on a Rubén Vargas who has a lot of work ahead. 

The goalkeeper is, for Comuniate and for everyone, Vlachodimos. The Greek has established himself as a starter for his safety and reliability between the posts- he is the seventh goalkeeper in La Liga with the fewest goals conceded-. The same goes for the four defenders. Juan Iglesias and Suazo as full-backs and Kike Salas and Andrés Castrín as centre-backs are getting it right match after match too. The most significant change is Kochorashvili's. The Georgian drops out of the XI despite having played everything except one match. He is the sacrificed piece to move from one to two players up front in the attacking line. In this case, Isaac Romero and Stassin. Félix Correia would complete the lineup.

Comuniate's starters: Odysseas; Juan Iglesias, Castrín, Kike Salas, Suazo; Agoumé, Fofana, Ejuke, Félix Correia; Isaac Romero and Lucas Stassin.