Espanyol host Sevilla at the RCDE Stadium on Sunday at 9pm CEST (8pm BST). Sevilla sit sixth with six points, while Espanyol have three points from their opening three matches.

Espanyol Have Scored in Every League Game

Espanyol began with a 3-0 victory over Levante. They then lost 2-1 to Real Madrid and by the same score at Real Sociedad.

Roberto Fernández has scored three of Espanyol's five league goals. His finishing is particularly important because Javi Puado and Kike García remain unavailable.

Puado's ACL injury removes the captain's movement and goal threat from the left. Kike's hamstring problem leaves Roberto without an experienced central alternative. Bryan Zaragoza's loan arrival restores pace and one-against-one quality out wide, although he may begin on the bench.

Leandro Cabrera has completed his suspension. His return gives Manolo González an experienced centre-back option after Espanyol conceded twice in each of their last two games.

Espanyol predicted lineup vs Sevilla (4-2-3-1): Dmitrović; El Hilali, Drkušić, Núñez, Hinojo; Urko, Expósito; Dolan, Javi Hernández, Calatrava; Roberto Fernández.

Sevilla's Fast Start Has Come With Defensive Gaps

Sevilla beat Rayo Vallecano 2-1 and won 3-1 at Athletic Club. Atlético Madrid then punished their defensive errors in a 3-1 home defeat.

Luis García's side have scored six goals through five different players, plus an own goal. However, they have also conceded in every league match.

Rubén Vargas is doubtful after missing training with knee discomfort. His absence would remove a direct runner from the left, but Oso and Chidera Ejuke can cover that role. Deadline-day arrival Félix Correia adds another wide option.

Sevilla predicted lineup vs Espanyol (4-2-3-1): Vlachodimos; Iglesias, Sangante, Salas, Suazo; Agoumé, Guridi; Sierra, Peque, Oso; Ure.

Espanyol vs Sevilla Prediction

  • Main Tip: Both Teams To Score - Yes
  • Odds: 1.98 (22Bet)
  • Correct Score Prediction: Espanyol 1-1 Sevilla
  • 22Bet Booking Code: 2M3KX

Key Stats:

  • Both teams scored in each of Sevilla's first three league matches.
  • Espanyol have scored in all three league games and conceded twice in each of the last two.
  • Both teams scored in four of the last five league meetings.

Why Both Teams Can Score

Espanyol's attack is heavily dependent on Roberto, who owns three of their five league goals. Even so, Dolan, Calatrava and Javi Hernández have supplied enough support for the hosts to score in every match.

Sevilla carry a broader threat, with five different players already on the scoresheet. Their five goals conceded, including three against Atlético, make another clean sheet difficult to trust.

Espanyol vs Sevilla Prediction, Value Tip

  • Value Tip: Draw
  • Odds: 3.20 (22Bet)
  • 22Bet Booking Code: EY3KX

The form and market pull in different directions. Espanyol are narrow home favourites, but Sevilla have won three of the last five meetings.

Espanyol's home intensity should prevent Sevilla from controlling the match, while the visitors' scoring spread makes a home win difficult to back. The draw is a value selection rather than a certainty.

Verdict: Both Teams To Score - Yes (1.98) - Espanyol 1-1 Sevilla.