Basilio García Sevilla, 17 DIC 2025 – 19:43h.
Coudet and Almeyda Confirm Starting Lineups for Copa del Rey Match
Deportivo Alavés and Sevilla FC have officially announced their starting lineups for their Copa del Rey matchup, which is part of the round of 16. This match marks the only fixture featuring La Liga EA Sports teams as determined by the draw held in Las Rozas.
In this crucial Copa del Rey clash, Deportivo Alavés has made some changes to their lineup compared to their last match against Real Madrid. Coach Eduardo Coudet is fielding a largely first-choice team, making six adjustments to the side. Notable inclusions include Carlos Vicente, Carles Aleñá, and Toni Martínez. Raúl Fernández takes over in goal, while young talent Mañas leads the attack, with former Sevilla player Mariano Díaz not included in the squad. Youssef rounds out the defensive line.
The starting eleven for Deportivo Alavés is as follows: Raúl Fernández; Pacheco, Tenaglia, Youssef, Jonny Otto; Blanco, Pablo Ibáñez; Carlos Vicente, Carles Aleñá, Toni Martínez; and Mañas. On the bench are Sivera, Denis Suárez, Guevara, Lucas Boyé, Guridi, Calebe, Rebbach, Protesoni, Parada, Ballestero, and Xanet.
Matías Almeyda, on the other hand, has showcased his commitment to the Copa del Rey by naming a predominantly first-choice lineup. He opted to rest a few players including Fabio Cardoso, Agoumé, Batista Mendy, and Alexis Sánchez, who played prominently in their last game against Real Oviedo. New additions to the starting eleven include Juanlu, Joan Jordán, Manu Bueno, Peque, and Isaac Romero, who returns from suspension. Akor Adams is also absent as he prepares with the Nigerian national team for the Africa Cup of Nations.
The starting eleven for Sevilla FC is: Odysseas; Juanlu, Carmona, Gudelj, Castrín, Oso; Jordán, Manu Bueno, Sow; Peque, and Isaac. The inclusion of their Greek goalkeeper reflects the team’s intent to progress in this prestigious tournament.
The bench for Sevilla consists of Alberto Flores, Alexis Sánchez, Suazo, Fabio Cardoso, Alfon, Agoumé, Batista Mendy, Ramón Martínez, Januzaj, Alex Costa, and Miguel Sierra, while canteranos Rafa Romero and Iker Muñoz are left out of the matchday squad.
As the anticipation builds for this thrilling Copa del Rey encounter, both teams will be eager to secure their place in the next round, making for an exciting evening of football.