Sevilla finally found long-awaited stability and confidence after a 1-0 victory over Real Sociedad, which lifted them out of the relegation zone. Sevilla are traditionally much stronger at home: they have suffered just one defeat in their last seven home matches, and at the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán, they have won 58 of their 85 head-to-head matches against Espanyol. Furthermore, the suspended Djbril Sow will return for the match, strengthening the midfield. The losses of Marcão and Manu Bueno don't look critical, and Isaac Romero is likely to be available.
Espanyol enters this match in appalling form: they have not won in 17 consecutive matches and haven't won since the start of 2026. Their away form is even worse: they have won just one of their last ten away matches and have gone nine games without a win. Add to this the injury to winger Cyril Ngonje. Considering the huge difference in their current form and motivation (the hosts need to break away from the relegation zone, while the visitors have completely lost confidence), a handicap bet seems the safest option. Both teams need points, although a draw would suit both sides.
