Sevilla vs. Manchester United: Preview and betting tips

The highlight of Thursday’s Europa League programme will be Sevilla’s match against Manchester United. Erik ten Hag’s men made it difficult for them to qualify at home with a bad last ten minutes, as the game was 2-2 in England.

Sevilla have struggled since the start of the season. They were lucky to finish third in the Champions League group and have now won only two of their last six games. They are 13th in the table and are Ham points away from both relegation and the Top 7 guaranteeing European Cups.

The Red Devils, on the other hand, have won three of their last four games and have returned to third place in the Premier League table. The Champions League is firmly in their hands, with fifth-placed Tottenham six points behind and one game to spare.

Sevilla’s key figures

The home side rely on goals from Youssef En-Nesyri, with the Moroccan marksman netting 14 goals and assisting once. The right edge of defence continues to be sharpened by the ageless Jesus Navas, he is on five goal assists so far this season.

United’s key figures

The visitors will need the productivity of Marcus Rashford so far, the English striker has netted 27 goals and assisted eight. Aside from the occasional defensive lapses, Casemiro has also been a big mainstay, boasting a 5+7 record from his position as a defensive midfielder.

Sevilla have been poor at the back, conceding more than once in three of their last five games. It has kept zero only three times out of the last 13 games and with 44 goals conceded, it has the worst defence in the TOP 13 of La Liga.

In contrast, United’s offense has taken off since the winter, striking more than once in four of the last six games. Moreover, it knows how to take on Spanish teams, having already beaten Real Sociedad, Betis Sevilla and Barcelona in the cups this season.

Considering Sevilla’s long term woes, their dysfunctional defensive system and the form of Rashford and the general wellbeing of the team after the return of mainstay Casemiro, I think the Red Devils will win promotion.

Source: Livesport