Jurgen Klopp takes his Liverpool side to Spain next week in order to take on Sevilla in the Champions League, with both sides looking for the win that would all-but seal their position at the top of Group E. With the two having already drawn earlier in the season, another close encounter is expected in Spain.
Champions League – Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán, Sevilla – Tuesday 21st November – 19:45 UK Time
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Draw Best Odd of: 12/5 at Ladbrokes |
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There is a repeat of the 2015 Europa League final when Sevilla host Liverpool in the Champions League next week, with both teams sitting in strong positions to make it through to the next round of the competition. The duo played out an entertaining 2-2 draw at Anfield back in September, with their form since meaning that they are both in with a good chance of qualifying from Group E. With a whole host of appealing markets available surrounding this match with online bookmakers, be sure to check out our top tip below. However, let’s first take a closer look at the two sides, starting with the Spanish side.
Sevilla Team News & Form
Sevilla come into this match off the back of a narrow 2-1 victory over Spartak Moscow, having been demolished 5-1 in the reverse fixture in Russia. The Spanish side have made an indifferent start to the season domestically also, with manager Eduardo Berizzo hoping that his side can finally put a run of form together in Europe. Sevilla have a zero goal difference in Group E, having scored eight times and conceded the same amount in their four fixtures to date. The likes of Ever Banega, Luis Muriel and Steven N’Zonzi are expected to line up for Sevilla against Liverpool, while former Manchester City duo Nolito and Jesus Navas have experience of playing against English opponents on a regular basis.
Liverpool Team News & Form
Liverpool recorded a comfortable 3-0 win over minnows Maribor last time around, a victory that took the Premier League side to the top of Group E. However, having only managed a draw at home to Sevilla in September, Jurgen Klopp will undoubtedly be expecting a tough ride for his players in Spain next week. Attacker Sadio Mane is set to miss the game having been struck down by another hamstring injury, with the likes of Mohamed Salah, Philippe Coutinho and Roberto Firmino expected to line up in his absence. Liverpool are one of the highest scorers in the competition, having scored 13 goals already.
Head to Head
The two teams have only met twice in the past, with Sevilla having won the 2015 Europa Cup Final thanks to a 3-1 success. This adds to the draw at Anfield earlier in the campaign.
Betting Odds and Predictions
Despite sitting behind their oppponents in the table, it is Sevilla who are the favourites for victory with the majority of bookmakers. The La Liga side can be backed at odds of 29/20 with Ladbrokes, while the same bookmaker has the away side at a price of 19/10.
Top Betting Tip
However, our top betting tip for the match is to bet on both teams scoring in Spain next week, which can be found at odds of 4/7 with Ladbrokes.