Key Takeaways:
- Espanyol secured a 2:1 home victory over Sevilla in the 13th round of La Liga
- Pere Milla and Roberto Fernández found the net for the hosts in the second half
- Espanyol moved up to 6th place with 21 points, level with 5th-placed Betis, while Sevilla remain 11th on 16 points
Match Analysis: A Game of Two Halves
Espanyol returned to the winners’ circle in La Liga after overcoming Sevilla 2:1 on home turf during the 13th round. The match began with Sevilla asserting themselves as the more threatening side, particularly in the first half. In the 18th minute, Peque rattled the woodwork, narrowly missing the opener for the visitors. Later, in the 36th minute, Gabriel Suazo’s powerful attempt required an excellent save from Espanyol goalkeeper Marko Dmitrovic to keep the scores level.
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Turning Points and Decisive Goals
The momentum shifted after half-time. Just three minutes into the second half, Tyreeq Bakinson delivered a pinpoint cross that allowed Pere Milla to nod home from close range and put Espanyol ahead in the 48th minute. The home side continued to press, eventually doubling their lead in the 84th minute when Roberto Fernández produced a superb strike from outside the penalty area, leaving Sevilla’s defence and keeper with no chance.
Sevilla managed to set up a tense finale by pulling one back in the 86th minute. Following a corner, Marcão rose to meet the ball, and a miscued clearance attempt from Leandro Cabrera near the goal line resulted in the ball crossing into the net – the goal was ultimately credited to the Brazilian defender Marcão.
Standings Impact: Espanyol Climb the Table
| Position | Team | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | Espanyol | 21 |
| 11 | Sevilla | 16 |
This win lifts Espanyol into 6th place on 21 points, matching 5th-placed Betis and positioning them just off the pace of the La Liga front-runners. Sevilla, meanwhile, remain in 11th position with a tally of 16 points after this setback.
