Elche will host Sevilla on January 19, 2026, in a match set to take place at the Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero in Alicante, Spain. Both teams are seeking crucial points as they navigate a competitive season. Currently, Sevillistas, also known as the Palanganas, are positioned at 6-2-10 in the league, while Elche stands at 5-7-6. Elche is favored in this matchup with odds of -132, while Sevilla is listed at +110. The expected total for the match is three goals.
Elche’s performance this season has shown promise, with the team boasting a total of 58 saves and a save percentage of 71.6%. They’ve maintained a goal differential of +1, scoring 24 goals while conceding 23, and their average of 1.22 points per match places them 6th among the Big 5 leagues. The team has also recorded 18 assists, ranking them 12th in expected goals (xG), with a tally of 21.3. Their defense has held strong with 5 clean sheets, giving them a shutout rate of 27.8%.
On the other hand, Sevilla has faced challenges this season, reflected in their 11th place standing in European rankings with 20 points. Their save percentage stands at 65.1%, with 83 shots on target faced. While they have managed to score 24 goals, their defensive issues are evident, with 29 goals conceded, leading to a goal differential of -5. The Palanganas’ clean sheet rate is a modest 22.2%, indicating potential weaknesses in their defense that Elche could exploit.
In goal for Elche, Inaki Pena will look to build on his solid performances, having accumulated 102 saves in his career with a goals allowed average of 1.41 per 90 minutes. His counterpart, Sevilla’s Odysseas Vlachodimos, has had a challenging season, conceding 42 goals in 21 starts and averaging 1.97 goals against per 90 minutes.
Key players to watch include Rafa Mir for Elche, who has netted 64 goals in over 13,000 minutes played, showcasing an impressive scoring rate. Sevilla will rely on the experience of Alexis Sanchez, who boasts a career total of 190 goals and can prove pivotal in attacking plays.
As both teams approach this matchup, the tactical execution and key individual performances will play significant roles in determining the outcome. With Elche having the home advantage, they will be looking to claim all three points and improve their standing in the league. Fans can tune in to watch the match on ESPN Deportes.