Sevilla hosted Espanyol in a tense LaLiga match that ended with a stunning turnaround. Dolan opened the scoring for the visitors, Castrín equalized, and Adams netted the decisive 2-1 winner in stoppage time.
Following the draw between Elche and Alavés, attention shifted to the relegation battle as Sevilla faced Espanyol at the Sánchez-Pizjuán. The match was delayed by about ten minutes due to VAR technical issues, adding to the nervous atmosphere. Once underway, Sevilla pushed forward with home support, while Espanyol adopted a cautious approach, focusing on defense and quick counterattacks.
The first half was intense and physical, but chances were scarce. Both sides played cautiously, with Sevilla trying to create danger from wide areas and high pressing, while Espanyol looked to capitalize on turnovers. Tension dominated over clear offensive play, leaving the score goalless at halftime.
The second half began with a clear chance for Sevilla, but Alexis Sánchez’s goal was ruled out for offside. Espanyol punished Sevilla’s lack of efficiency when Dolan tapped in a loose ball to give the visitors the lead in the 56th minute, silencing the home crowd.
As expected, the goal raised the tension. Odysseas made a good save to deny Espanyol a second in the 67th minute. Sevilla pushed forward relentlessly, leaving space for Espanyol to threaten on the counter.
Sevilla turned the match around. Juanlu and Castrín nearly equalized a minute later but missed the target. In the 82nd minute, Castrín leveled the score with a finish that reignited hope among the home fans. The comeback was completed in stoppage time when Adams fired a low cross past Dmitrovic to make it 2-1, sealing a vital victory.
The draw between Elche and Alavés, combined with Levante’s win over Osasuna, made it essential for Sevilla to secure three points. Luis García Plaza’s side delivered, taking it one game at a time in their fight for survival.
Flashscore Player of the Match: Adams (Sevilla).