The Ramos Sanchez Pizjuan is the stage for this top of the pile clash between Sevilla and Chelsea. Both sides have qualified for the knockout stages but will want to finish as group winners. A win here for either of them does just that. Read on for our expert tips and predictions.
Both sides played out a goalless draw in the reverse fixture back in Matchday one. However, with three straight wins since, they head into this one with 10 points each. Which side grabs the three points on show this Wednesday.
Both sides in terrific form of recent
Chelsea have proved themselves to be worthy opponents this season both in the league and in Europe as they head into this game unbeaten since late September. Prior to their last game, they were on an amazing run of six straight wins in all competitions. Spurs, who handed them their last defeat halted their winning run as both sides played out a 0-0 draw at Stamford Bridge. This run has put them just two behind Spurs- the league leaders- and at the top of their UCL group, but on goal difference.
Julen Lopetegui and his troops wouldn't be able to defend their Europa League title this season having secured a place in the last 16. Just like their opponents, they head into this game in decent form. With five wins from five in all competitions, they certainly would be tough to beat most especially at Seville.
Sevilla vs Chelsea Team News
Chelsea head to Spain with a fully fit squad with Pulisic making a return to the fold in their last match. As for Sevilla, Escudero and Suso are both out injured while Bono is in self-isolation having tested positive for the coronavirus.
Sevilla possible starting XI:
Vaclik; Navas, Kounde, Carlos, Rekik; Jordan, Gudelj, Rakitic; Torres, En-Nesyri, Ocampos
Chelsea possible starting XI:
Mendy; James, Zouma, Silva, Chilwell; Havertz, Kante, Mount; Ziyech, Werner, Pulisic
As mentioned earlier, both sides have secured qualification to the last 16 but will be seeking a favourable tie which they might get as group winners. However, we don't see a clear winner heading into this game. As such, we would be backing a 1-1 draw.