Sevilla are enjoying their best start to a season in nearly a decade. Under manager Luis García Plaza, the team sits fifth in LaLiga with 13 points from a possible 18 after six games, a opening run not seen since the 2017-18 campaign.
A 0-1 away win at Deportivo La Coruna last Wednesday cemented this positive dynamic. Miguel Sierra, with a 52nd-minute goal, was the scorer of the decisive strike. This victory marks a second consecutive win following the 1-0 result against Valencia, where Juan Antonio Iglesias Sánchez netted the winner.
The shift in momentum
Luis García Plaza has been the key figure in this change. The coach has stabilised the side, which now has four wins, one draw and just a single defeat. Defensive solidity is notable, with only six goals conceded, while the attack has produced nine. The current form reads three wins, one draw and one loss from the last five outings.
The next challenge is a major one. Sevilla host leaders Barcelona this Saturday at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán. The Catalan side holds a five-point advantage, making the match a direct opportunity to close the gap in the race for the top spots. The squad faces this clash without the confirmed absentees Rubén Vargas and Lucas Stassin.
The team's good form can be tracked on our standings page. The schedule for upcoming fixtures, including the clash with Barça, is available on our fixtures page.
Confidence in the squad is high. García Plaza has stated that daily work and the group's mentality are the foundations of the current success. The team has shown an ability to win away, as in La Coruna and at San Mamés against Athletic, and to close out tight games at home.
The match against Barcelona takes place on Saturday, 19 September.
