Henry Roldán
Get ready for a clash of titans in the quarterfinals of the Europa League as Manchester United takes on Sevilla, one of the most successful teams in the competition’s history. The Red Devils are considered one of the top favorites to lift the trophy, while Sevilla is the reigning champion.
In the round of 16, United crushed Sevilla’s arch-rivals from Spain, Real Betis, with an impressive 5-1 aggregate scoreline. Meanwhile, the Spanish side defeated Fenerbahce from Turkey 2-1.
It’s worth noting that this will be the fifth encounter between these two clubs, with their most recent clash taking place in 2020, when Sevilla edged out United 2-1 in the semifinals playoffs. So, without further ado, let’s dive into JefeBet‘s ultimate preview of the epic first leg match between Manchester United and Sevilla.
Predictions, Picks, and Betting Odds for the Manchester United vs Sevilla Europa League Quarter-Finals First Leg Game on April 13, 2023
- Where: Old Trafford, Manchester, England
- When: Thursday, April 13, 2023, 3:00 PM E.T.
- Moneyline: Manchester United (-255) / Tie (+400) / Sevilla (+700)
- Asian Handicap: Manchester United (AH -1.25, -125) / Sevilla (AH +1.25, -110)
- Over/Under (2.5): Over (-140) / Under (+115)
- Both teams score: Yes (+100) / No (-120).
All odds are provided by Draftkings.
Betting on Manchester United
Manchester United’s quest for their second Europa League crown continues with a trip to Spain, a country they will have visited four times this season. Although this first leg will take place in England, let’s not forget that United were defeated by Real Sociedad during the group stage. Later, they had to overcome Barcelona in the playoffs to reach the round of 16, and then faced Betis in the quarterfinals.
This time around, Erik ten Hag’s men, who may miss their top scorer Marcus Rashford, have to face a Sevilla side that may be struggling in La Liga, but is the most successful team in Europa League history with six titles.
Nevertheless, the Red Devils are not only favorites to win this tie, but also to lift the continental trophy, which would be their second of the year after winning the Carabao Cup.
Of course, to achieve this, they must get a good result at home, where they are practically invincible. Since the beginning of October 2022, United have won 21 games and drawn three at Old Trafford, with their last defeat coming against Real Sociedad in the group stage.
Despite this, ten Hag has expressed concern about his team’s physical condition after a grueling schedule, and has vowed to maintain their fight for a spot in the Champions League in the Premier League.
Probable lineup (4-2-3-1): David de Gea; Diogo Dalot, Raphael Varane, Lisandro Martinez, Tyrell Malacia; Scott McTominay, Casemiro; Bruno Fernandes, Antony, Anthony Martial; Jadon Sancho.
Betting on Sevilla
Sevilla’s season in La Liga has been far from positive, and they are currently in a relegation battle under the leadership of their third coach this season, José Luis Mendilibar.
Despite this, things seem to have stabilized somewhat, with only one defeat in their last four matches and a five-point lead over the relegation zone. This could help them focus on their tough tie against Manchester United.
Although this Sevilla is not the same as in previous seasons, where they were always fighting for Champions League positions in the domestic league, the Nervionenses know very well how to play the Europa League as the top winners of this tournament, with their last title coming in 2020, when they eliminated United in the semifinals. However, repeating that feat will not be easy, as Sevilla has struggled to rack up positive results away from home.
For instance, they failed to win a single game on the road during the Champions League group stage, and lost away in the playoffs and the round of 16 of the Europa League. Overall, they have only won one of their last eight away games, and in La Liga they are the second in most goals conceded on the road, having conceded 26 goals.
Probable lineup (4-2-3-1): Marko Dmitrovic; Jesus Navas, Loïc Badé, Nemanja Gudelj, Marcos Acuña; Ivan Rakitic, Pape Gueye; Oliver Torres, Bryan Gilm Erik Lamela; Youssef En-Nesyri.
JefeBet Prediction
It’s true that Sevilla is a completely different team in the Europa League, but it’s also true that its performance this season has been very different from previous seasons, where the Spanish team was always fighting for European places in the domestic league.
Meanwhile, Manchester United may not have their top scorer Rashford, but they are still a very dangerous team and practically unbeatable at home. This is crucial when facing a Sevilla side that has struggled away from home, conceding seven goals in five European away games this season. In La Liga, they are one of the teams that has conceded the most goals away from home.
This is a very different performance from United’s defense, which has only conceded three goals in five European games and has kept a clean sheet in their last five Premier League matches at Old Trafford. Based on all these factors, JefeBet predicts a home win for Manchester United.
Prediction: Manchester United Moneyline (MAN 2 – SEV 0).
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