The La Liga Round 20 fixture between Elche vs Sevilla will take place at the Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero, with kick-off scheduled for 01:30 AM (IST) on Tuesday, 20 January 2026.
Elche enter the match in solid mid-table form and will be confident playing at home, while Sevilla arrive under pressure after a difficult run of results. However, history favors Sevilla, who are unbeaten in their last six meetings with Elche across La Liga.
Match Overview – Elche vs Sevilla
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Elche vs Sevilla |
| Competition | La Liga |
| Round | Round 20 |
| Date & Kick-Off | Tuesday, 20 January 2026 – 01:30 AM (IST) |
| Venue | Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero |
| Location | Elche, Spain |
| Capacity | 31,388 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Weather | 12°C – Mild |
Elche are expected to sit compact in a five-man defense and look to control central areas, while Sevilla will aim to use their wing-backs and midfield runners to stretch the game despite recent struggles.
Season So Far Comparison – Elche vs Sevilla
| Metric | Elche CF | Sevilla FC |
|---|---|---|
| League Position | 10 | 14 |
| Wins | 5 | 6 |
| Draws | 8 | 2 |
| Losses | 6 | 11 |
| Goals Scored | 25 | 24 |
| Goals per Match | 1.32 | 1.26 |
| Expected Goals (xG) per Game | 1.36 | 1.08 |
Elche have been harder to beat and more consistent overall, while Sevilla’s league position reflects their lack of draws and defensive instability.
Recent Form Guide – Elche vs Sevilla
Elche CF – Last 5 La Liga Matches
| Date | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 14 Jan | Real Betis vs Elche | L 1–2 |
| 10 Jan | Valencia vs Elche | D 1–1 |
| 03 Jan | Elche vs Villarreal | L 1–3 |
| 21 Dec | Elche vs Rayo Vallecano | W 4–0 |
| 16 Dec | Eibar vs Elche | W 1–0 |
Sevilla FC – Last 5 La Liga Matches
| Date | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 12 Jan | Sevilla vs Celta Vigo | L 0–1 |
| 04 Jan | Sevilla vs Levante | L 0–3 |
| 20 Dec | Real Madrid vs Sevilla | L 2–0 |
| 17 Dec | Alavés vs Sevilla | L 1–0 |
| 14 Dec | Sevilla vs Real Oviedo | W 4–0 |
Head-to-Head – Elche vs Sevilla (Last 5 Meetings)
| Date | Home Team | Score | Away Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Sep 2025 | Sevilla | 2–2 | Elche |
| 24 May 2023 | Elche | 1–1 | Sevilla |
| 28 Jan 2023 | Sevilla | 3–0 | Elche |
| 11 Feb 2022 | Sevilla | 2–0 | Elche |
| 28 Aug 2021 | Elche | 1–1 | Sevilla |
Match Insight: Sevilla are unbeaten in their last six La Liga meetings with Elche.
Top Scorers to Watch
- Elche: Rafa Mir – 6 goals (18 matches) (currently injured)
- Sevilla: Rubén Vargas – 3 goals (13 matches) (currently injured)
With both teams’ top scorers unavailable, goals may need to come from midfield or secondary attackers.
Predicted Lineups – Elche vs Sevilla
Elche CF (5-3-2)
Iñaki Peña – Víctor Chust, David Affengruber, Léo Pétrot, Germán Valera, Adrià Pedrosa – Aleix Febas, Marc Aguado, Martim Neto – Álvaro Rodríguez, Grady Diangana
Sevilla FC (3-5-2)
Odysseas Vlachodimos – José Ángel Carmona, Tanguy Nianzou, Kike Salas – Juanlu Sánchez, Lucien Agoumé, Batista Mendy, Djibril Sow, Oso – Isaac Romero, Gerard Fernández
Unavailable Players
| Team | Players Out |
|---|---|
| Elche | André Silva, Héctor Fort, John Donald, Pedro Bigas, Rafa Mir |
| Sevilla | Adnan Januzaj, Alexis Sánchez, César Azpilicueta, Marcão (suspension), Alfon González, Rubén Vargas |
Sevilla’s injury list is particularly concerning, with several senior players missing in defense and attack.
Statistical Projection – Elche vs Sevilla
| Metric | Elche | Sevilla |
|---|---|---|
| Win Probability | 36% | 32% |
| Draw Probability | 32% | — |
| Possession | 46–50% | 50–54% |
| Shots on Target | 4–5 | 4–5 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.2–1.6 | 1.1–1.5 |
| Clean Sheet Probability | 22% | 20% |
| Most Likely Scorer | Álvaro Rodríguez | Isaac Romero |
✅ Final Score Prediction
Elche 1–1 Sevilla
Likely Scorers
- Álvaro Rodríguez
- Isaac Romero
Despite Sevilla’s historical dominance in this fixture, their current form and injury problems suggest a tight, low-scoring contest. Elche’s home advantage and defensive setup could be enough to secure a valuable point.
Confidence Levels
- Elche Win: 36%
- Draw: 32%
- Sevilla Win: 32%
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Suggested Tips (Informational Only)
- Draw
- Under 2.5 Total Goals
- Both Teams to Score: Yes
- Anytime Scorer: Isaac Romero
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FAQs – Elche vs Sevilla
1.What time is Elche vs Sevilla?
Kick-off is at 01:30 AM (IST) on Tuesday, 20 January 2026.
2.Where is the match being played?
At the Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero, Elche, Spain.
3.Who are the key players to watch?
Álvaro Rodríguez for Elche and Isaac Romero for Sevilla.
4.What is the predicted score?
A 1–1 draw in Round 20 of La Liga.