Real Madrid vs Sevilla Betting Tips

Real Madrid takes on Sevilla at Estadio Alfredo Di Stefano in the La Liga on 10 May 2021 at 00:30 IST. Real Madrid crashed out of the UEFA Champions League after losing to Chelsea by a scoreline of 2-0 in the second leg of the quarter-final. Sevilla suffered a defeat against Athletic Club in its last La Liga match and is now up against a dominating Real Madrid side. Considering the recent form of both the teams, this match is expected to be an exciting one. 

Real Madrid Form & Team News

Real Madrid has performed well as a unit and has kept the title hopes alive. They are now placed on the second spot in the La Liga table and trail Atlético Madrid by just two points. After 34 matches in the league, Real Madrid has won 22, drawn eight, and has lost only four matches. They have performed well at home this season and are unbeaten in their last five league games at home. Real Madrid will try to win this match and keep its title hopes alive.

Real Madrid will miss the services of Raphaël Varane, Dani Carvajal, and  Lucas Vázquez who are all injured. Karim Benzema is having an outstanding season so far. He is the second-highest goalscorer in the league with  21 goals. He has also provided eight assists. Eden Hazard is expected to start after recovering from his injury. Real Madrid has defended well this season and they have managed to keep 16 clean sheets. Toni Kroos, Casemiro, Éder Militão, and Vinícius Júnior are expected to start with Thibaut Courtois as the goalkeeper. 

Sevilla Form & Team News

Sevilla has performed well this season and could potentially earn a spot in the UEFA Champions League next season. With 70 points, Sevilla is currently placed fourth in the La Liga points table, four points behind Real Madrid. After 34 matches in the league, Sevilla has won 22, drawn four, and has lost eight matches. Sevilla will look to improve its away form. They have won three out of the last five away matches. Sevilla has been in good form lately and will look to continue the same against Los Blancos. 

No players are currently injured or suspended in the Sevilla squad. Thus, Julen Lopetegui will have a full squad to choose from, barring any last-minute injuries. Youssef En-Nesyri has been exceptional for Sevilla this season and has managed to score 17 goals in the league. Diego Carlos, Jules Koundé, and well-experienced Jesús Navas are likely to form the backline. Ivan Rakitić, Suso, and Lucas Ocampos are expected to start with Yassine Bounou as the goalkeeper. Julen Lopetegui is expected to start with a similar eleven that started against Athletic Club. 

Odds by Casumo

According to the Casumo sportsbook, Real Madrid is the favorite to win the match. They are placed at 1.97 odds, while Sevilla is placed at 3.80 and the draw is at 3.65.

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Our Tipster’s Angle

Real Madrid has won all of its last four La Liga matches against Sevilla and has also managed to keep three clean sheets in the process. They have been exceptional at home this season and are unbeaten in their last five home matches. Sevilla is up against 34 times La Liga winners and has not performed well against Los Blancos in the past. Considering the overall form this season and good home record, Real Madrid is most likely to win the match. 

Tip 1: Total Goals by Real Madrid – Over 1.5

Real Madrid has shown a special liking for Sevilla and has scored heavily against them. In the last 11 home games against Sevilla, Real Madrid has scored at an astonishing average of 3.4 goals per match. In the 17 home games this season, Real Madrid has scored a total of 29 goals, averaging 1.71 goals per match. The last time Real Madrid faced Sevilla at home, they scored two goals against them with Casemiro scoring a brace. With Karim Benzema in sublime touch, and considering the attacking mindset of Los Blancos, the total goals by Real Madrid are expected to be over 1.5, and 2.00 odds are available for the same on the Casumo sportsbook.

Tip 2: Real Madrid to win

Real Madrid has won the last 11 home matches against Sevilla and will look to extend this winning run. They have also not lost in their last 14 La Liga matches with 10 wins and four draws. Los Blancos have managed to keep clean sheets in their last four La Liga matches. Sevilla lost its last league match against Athletic Club and will look to get back to winning ways. Real Madrid has managed to collect 38 points from 17 games at home this season while scoring 29 goals in the process. With key players fit and available for this contest, Real Madrid will try to extend its winning run. Considering all these factors, Real Madrid is the favorite to win against Sevilla, and 1.97 odds are available for the same on the Casumo sportsbook.

Conclusion

Sevilla is aiming for the European qualification this season and will be determined to collect vital points against Real Madrid. But Real Madrid has its eyes set on yet another La Liga title. Thus they will try to win this contest and close in on their rivals Atlético Madrid. While we expect a cracking game between these two sides, Real Madrid is expected to win this contest against Sevilla. Summarizing a couple of bets mentioned above

1. Total Goals by Real Madrid – Over 1.5 @ 2.00
2. Real Madrid to win @ 1.97

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