As the new La Liga season kicks off, Las Palmas is set to host Sevilla in what promises to be an intriguing opener at the Estadio de Gran Canaria Stadium.
With history favoring the away side, the stakes are high for both teams as they look to start their campaigns on a positive note.
Match Preview
Sevilla has been dominant in their recent encounters with Las Palmas, winning their last eight matches across all competitions.
As they aim for a ninth consecutive victory, expectations are high for Los Rojiblancos to make a strong statement as they embark on the new season.
Last year, Las Palmas started the campaign brightly but faltered in the second half, ultimately finishing just seven points above the relegation zone with 40 points from 38 games.
Their struggles were evident as they failed to win any of their last six fixtures, raising concerns about whether that form will carry over into this season.
In charge of Las Palmas is Xavier Pimienta, who previously managed the club from 2022 to 2024 and was instrumental in their promotion to La Liga.
He returns to the team with hopes of revitalizing their performance and avoiding another relegation battle.
Sevilla, on the other hand, ended their preseason on a disappointing note, suffering a heavy 4-1 loss to Liverpool.
This lackluster performance left fans wondering whether the team is ready for the challenges that lie ahead in La Liga.
Head to Head
Historically, Sevilla has had the upper hand against Las Palmas, winning their last eight encounters.
This impressive record provides a psychological advantage for the away side as they prepare to face a team that has struggled against them in recent years.
Team News
Sevilla’s squad has seen some changes this summer, most notably with the departure of leading scorer Youssef En-Nesyri, who transferred to Fenerbahce for nearly €20 million.
To fill the gap, they have signed former Manchester City striker Kelechi Iheanacho on a free transfer, as well as Saul Niguez from Atletico Madrid, aiming to rejuvenate their attacking options.
The retirement of long-time captain Jesus Navas also leaves a significant void in leadership.
Las Palmas has also made significant moves in the transfer market, bringing in notable players such as Adnan Januzaj on loan from Sevilla and Marvin Park from Real Madrid for €2 million.
Additionally, they have signed Oli McBurnie from Sheffield United and Scott McKenna from Nottingham Forest, demonstrating their ambition to strengthen the squad.
Kirian Rodriguez, who scored six goals last season, is expected to lead the line for the Canaries as they seek to improve their attacking output.
Prediction
Given Sevilla’s strong historical performance against Las Palmas and their desire to start the season positively, we predict a comfortable 2-0 victory for Los Rojiblancos.
With both teams looking to establish their identity early in the season, Sevilla’s attacking prowess and solid defense should see them claim all three points.
- Score Prediction: Las Palmas 2-0 Sevilla
Betting Tips
Sevilla to Win: Betting on a Sevilla victory is a sensible choice given their strong record against Las Palmas.
Under 2.5 Goals: With both teams likely to adopt a cautious approach, a bet on under 2.5 goals could yield favorable returns.
Sevilla to Score First: Given their attacking capabilities, placing a bet on Sevilla to score first is a strategic option.
Clean Sheet for Sevilla: With their solid defensive record, betting on Sevilla to keep a clean sheet could be a worthwhile consideration.
