SEVILLA NEWS

Ivan Rakitic - Logs assist in draw Rakitic logged one assist from two chances created and put three shots off target during Tuesday's 1-1 draw with Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Rakitic recorded his first assist of the season to help his team secure a second straight draw. While not notable in its own right, getting this team on the right track would be important in boosting the confidence and value of the entire club. As for Rakitic's role making that happen, he's now created seven chances and won five tackles in his last three appearances (two starts).

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Marcos Acuna - Creates one chance in draw Acuna created one chance and won two-of-two tackles during 71 minutes of Tuesday's 1-1 draw with Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Acuna made it back into the lineup after a muscular injury limited him to one appearance off the bench in the previous three games. Going forward, Acuna and Alex Telles are likely to alternate appearances, though it's Acuna who's started in seven of his eight matches between the league and UCL.

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jesus Navas - Logs six crosses in draw Navas created one chance on six crosses (one accurate) during Tuesday's 1-1 draw with Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Navas logged his longest appearance in three weeks by playing into stoppage time of Tuesday's tight draw. As he's started to play a more advanced role this season, defensive duties are becoming less important for Navas. This could help out his value but only if he's on the pitch enough to make an impact.

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Youssef En-Nesyri - Takes one shot in draw En-Nesyri put one shot off target and created one chance during 59 minutes of Tuesday's 1-1 draw with Borussia Dortmund.

Impact En-Nesyri couldn't keep up the pace after an impressive display in the first leg against Dortmund though neither side had much luck in the attack. Still, with two starts in three games, En-Nesyri might find more playing time under new manager Jorge Sampaoli ahead of the World Cup.

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Marcao - Forced off after heavy challenge Marcao was forced off in stoppage time during Tuesday's clash with Dortmund.

Impact Marcao took a heavy challenge from Julian Brandt and was holding his leg before coming off. This was Marcao's second match back from a long-term hamstring injury so another injury to the same leg would be a major concern. Joan Jordan replaced Marcao for the remainder of stoppage time and could see playing time in matches where Sevilla stay with a back-three. Marcao's first chance to return is a Saturday trip to Mallorca.

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Marcos Acuna - Makes UCL squad list Acuna (strain) made the squad list for Tuesday's UCL match against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Acuna played for 34 minutes during Sunday's 1-1 draw with Athletic Club and will hope to retake his starting place for the midweek UCL contest. Should that happen, Alex Telles would shift to the bench or elsewhere in the lineup. In seven matches so far (six starts), Acuna has logged 45 crosses between the league and UCL, though he's only made one appearance in European competition in part due to his most recent injury.

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fernando - Still out for Tuesday Fernando will miss Tuesday's match against Borussia Dortmund due to a virus that has lingered since the international break, according to Pepe Jimenez of El Desmarque.

Impact Fernando has missed three straight games and evidently his absence is quite important as his team have lost twice and drawn once in that time. Some grouping of Joan Jordan, Ivan Rakitic, Thomas Delaney and Nemanja Gudelj should pair together for Tuesday's game, as the midfield has continually rotated without Fernando to support them.

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona needs to beat Inter to avoid another early exit

Barcelona could be on the verge of another humiliating group-stage exit from the Champions League

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Marko Dmitrovic - Concedes one in draw Dmitrovic conceded one goal and made three saves during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Athletic Club.

Impact Dmitrovic started over Bono, who had conceded six goals in his last two starts. Under new manager Jorge Sampaoli, there could be a changing of the guard if Dmitrovic finds good form, though for now the two could split a busy schedule if Bono remains preferred in Champions League contests. In three starts so far, Dmitrovic has conceded two goals and made 10 saves.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jesus Navas - Left on bench Navas was left on the bench for Saturday's 1-1 draw with Athletic Club.

Impact Navas has started in two of the last three matches but only played 180 minutes of a possible 270. An aging leader, Navas could finally be losing a step so the team has elected to control his minutes during a busy month. This leaves room for Jose Angel Carmona and Gonzalo Montiel to play more at right-back.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Marcao - Active in debut Marcao made four clearances and won one tackle during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Athletic Club.

Impact Marcao's efforts aren't fully reflected in the final box score but with him in the team, the defense showed more fight against one of the more in-form teams in the league. Going forward, expect Marcao to be a regular starter, a move that should improve how the team holds together after a tumultuous start to the season.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gonzalo Montiel - Logs five crosses in draw Montiel logged five crosses and created one chance during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Athletic Club.

Impact Montiel also made two blocks in what was his third start of the season. With Jesus Navas moving up into midfield instead of playing as a fullback, Montiel could see his minutes increase along with youngster Jose Angel Carmona, who's capable of playing both as a center-back or on the right.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Oliver Torres - Scores in draw Torres scored one goal from one shot and created two chances during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Athletic Club.

Impact Torres has scored two times in the last three league matches, doing well to earn his place in the lineup even when he's not an option in the UCL. Should his team continue to rely on positions other than the striker for goals, Torres could earn plenty of fantasy attention as the team looks to improve under new manager Jorge Sampaoli.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kasper Dolberg - Logs assist in draw Dolberg logged one assist from one chance created in 61 minutes of Saturday's 1-1 draw with Athletic Club.

Impact Dolberg started at striker for a second consecutive league match, this time looking a little better under new manager Jorge Sampaoli. Goals are still what will decide who ends up starting at striker, so watch how the situation evolves between Dolberg, Rafa Mir and Youssef En-Nesyri.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sevilla held 1-1 by Bilbao in Sampaoli's return; Madrid wins

Sevilla has been held to 1-1 at home by Athletic Bilbao in the first game since Jorge Sampaoli returned as its coach

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Fernando - Remains out Fernando is not in the match day squad to face Athletic Bilbao on Saturday.

Impact Fernando had hoped to be available but ultimately misses out on Saturday's match. The midfielder seems close to a return as he's started six games for Sevilla on the season.

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Marcao - Starting against Athletic Club Marcao is fit and in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Athletic Bilbao.

Impact Marcao returns from a hamstring injury that has kept him out the entire season thus far. The centerback takes up a role in Sevilla's back four for Saturday's clash with Athletic Club.

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bono - Concedes four against Dortmund Bono made three saves and conceded four goals during Wednesday's 4-1 Champions League loss against Bourssia Dortmund.

Impact Bono made some big saves here but Dortmund's high-octane attack was still to much for him and Sevilla, especially during the first half. The goalkeeper conceded eight goals over his two UCL starts so far this season and isn't looking much better in domestic play either.

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: City's Haaland has Southampton in his sniper scope

Pep Guardiola admits he has nothing to teach Erling Haaland, saying the striker has “incredible instinct” for scoring

OCTOBER 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sampaoli faces tough return to Sevilla against Bilbao

Jorge Sampaoli will see how much work is needed to get Sevilla back to being a force in Spain when it plays a red-hot Athletic Bilbao on Saturday

OCTOBER 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Alex Telles - Provides assist against Dortmund Telles provided an assist, had three off-target shots, created three chances, sent in 10 crosses (three accurate) and made two clearances and two interceptions during Wednesday's 4...

Impact Telles was back in the starting XI and provided a lot of support on the attacking end as usual, including a game-high 10 crosses and an assist for Youssef En-Nesyri to score Sevilla's lone goal. The left-back started in all three UCL matches so far this season but has just one La Liga start. With Marcos Acuna (strain) and Karim Rekik (hamstring) both injured, Telles will probably put up a streak of games started during the upcoming weeks.

OCTOBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Youssef En-Nesyri - Scores in loss against Dortmund En-Nesyri scored a goal off nine shots (four on target) during Wednesday's 4-1 Champions League loss against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact En-Nesyri was the lone bright spot on Sevilla's offense, scoring his side's lone goal with a well-placed header off a corner from the left, leading all players in shots attempted and missing some big chances throughout the match. This was the first goal in all competitions this season for the forward, who will hope to win a spot in the starting XI under the new head coach.

OCTOBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Marcos Acuna - Still in doubt Acuna (strain) is considered a doubt for Saturday's match against Athletic Club, according to MARCA.

Impact Acuna made the squad list for Wednesday's loss to Borussia Dortmund but ended up not even making the bench. Pending his status, either he or Alex Telles should start at left-back.

OCTOBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fernando - Nearing return Fernando (undisclosed) could be available for Saturday's match against Athletic Club, according to Radio MARCA.

Impact News of Fernando has fallen by the wayside under the controversial change of manager from Julen Lopetegui to Jorge Sampaoli but the Brazilian appears to be ready after missing two games. If fit, Fernando figures to start as the holding-midfielder against an in-form opponent.

OCTOBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE