On Friday night, Sevilla and Alaves go head-to-head at the Sanchez Pizjuan in what could be a crucial game at the bottom of La Liga.
Sevilla form guideThe Andalusians are in 16th place in the Spanish top-flight table, just a point from the relegation zone. However, the home team are just a point behind their 15th place opponents in the table.
Quique Sanchez Flores’ team recorded a rare victory last time out by winning 2-1 at lower league Racing Ferrol. The victory was only their second in seven outings, a run which included five defeats.
Sevilla’s recent record in the Spanish top flight has been even worse, as they have won just one of their previous 13 games in La Liga, losing four of their last five Liga outings.
One of their biggest concerns of late has been scoring goals, as they have failed to score in four of their previous five games in the Spanish top flight.
Alaves form guideLike Sevilla, Alaves put their recent La Liga form to one side by recording a 1-0 victory over Real Betis last time out in the Copa del Rey.
The game was another low-scoring encounter, as six of their previous seven matches in all competitions have produced under 2.5 goals.
Alaves’ recent record in the Spanish top flight has been poor, as they have failed to win in five matches in La Liga. A 1-1 home draw against Real Sociedad last time out in the Spanish top-flight ended a three-game losing streak in the Liga.
The visitor's recent away record is woeful, as Alaves head to Andalucia on a 25-game winless run away from home in La Liga.
What am I backing?Both teams need an improvement in form. However, I believe this game will be a relatively even one with a lack of goals. The bet I am backing is under 2.5 goals scored.
