Valencia vs Sevilla Prediction Adam Hakanson Pro Tipster

Valencia: Form, Lineup & Prediction

Valencia have won three of their last five matches, drawing one and losing one. They are coming off a 2-1 home victory against Real Betis.

Key players and injuries

• Unavailable players: Defender Gabriel Paulista (knee injury), midfielder Carlos Soler (suspended)
• In-form contributors: Striker Edinson Cavani (5 goals in last 4 games), winger Justin Kluivert (3 assists in last 3 games)

Position in the standings

Valencia are currently 6th in the La Liga table with 48 points from 29 games. They are 8 points behind 4th-placed Atletico Madrid in the race for Champions League qualification.

Strengths and weaknesses

Valencia have been strong at home (9 wins, 3 draws, 3 losses) but struggle on the road (4 wins, 4 draws, 6 losses). Their attack led by Cavani has been potent, but the defense has looked shaky at times.

Prediction for Valencia

Valencia will be keen to take all three points at home against their rivals Sevilla to boost their chances of a top-four finish. However, Sevilla's strong form makes this a tough matchup.

Sevilla: Form, Lineup & Prediction

Sevilla are unbeaten in their last seven matches across all competitions, winning five and drawing two. Their last match was a 3-0 home win against Villarreal.

Key players and injuries

• Unavailable players: Defender Jules Kounde (suspended), midfielder Thomas Delaney (calf injury)
• In-form contributors: Forward Lucas Ocampos (4 goals in last 5 games), midfielder Ivan Rakitic (4 assists in last 6 games)

Position in the standings

Sevilla occupy 4th place in La Liga with 54 points from 29 games. They are level on points with 3rd-placed Barcelona and just 3 points behind 2nd-placed Real Madrid.

Strengths and weaknesses

Sevilla have been very consistent this season, boasting the second-best defensive record in the league. Their midfield trio of Rakitic, Fernando, and Joan Jordan has been outstanding. However, they sometimes struggle to break down defensive teams.

Prediction for Sevilla

Sevilla are in fine form and will be eyeing all three points against Valencia to consolidate their grip on a Champions League berth. Their defensive solidity could prove decisive in this clash.

Head-to-head statistics (Recent Meetings)

• Sevilla 1-1 Valencia (05/12/2024)
• Valencia 1-0 Sevilla (19/04/2024)
• Sevilla 3-1 Valencia (09/11/2023)
• The last three meetings have seen one win apiece and one draw, suggesting a closely-matched contest.
• Key player duel: Cavani (Valencia) vs En-Nesyri (Sevilla) - Both strikers have scored 4 goals in their last 5 games.

Betting Odds & Coefficients

• 1X2 market: Valencia (2.70) | Draw (3.30) | Sevilla (2.60)
• Over/Under 2.5 goals: Over (1.95) | Under (1.80)
• BTTS: Yes (1.70) | No (2.05)
• Correct score: 1-1 (6.00), 2-1 Valencia (9.00), 1-0 Sevilla (7.50)