Sevilla vs Real Madrid Predictions

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Sevilla

Sevilla

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Real Madrid

Real Madrid

🗓️ Sunday, 17 May 2026 at 19:00 CEST (venue time) · 17:00 UTC (your time)📍 Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán, Sevilla

Win Probability (1X2)

Sevilla 16%Draw 27%Real Madrid 57%

Best Value Pick

Double Chance: Draw or Real Madrid

Match Result

7.2/10

Mbappé Strike Seals Narrow Real Madrid Win at Sevilla Fortress

Real Madrid edged past Sevilla 1-0 at the Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán, thanks to a decisive early goal from Kylian Mbappé in the 15th minute. Despite Sevilla's spirited response and a flurry of chances, the visitors' defensive resilience and Thibaut Courtois' assured presence between the posts preserved their slender lead. Sevilla, lining up in a 4-4-2, created more shots and tested Courtois with six efforts on target, but lacked the finishing touch to overturn the deficit. Real Madrid, deploying a 4-3-3, controlled possession with 59% and managed the tempo after taking the lead, but struggled to create further clear-cut opportunities, registering just one shot on target—the match-winning effort from Mbappé.

😅 AI Prediction Report

CLOSE BUT NO CIGAR

Predicted

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Actual

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✅Result
❌BTTS
❌O/U 2.5
❌Score

💰 Bet Results0/2 hit

double_chance — X2
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over_under_2_5 — Over 2.5
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btts — Yes
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Key Moments

15' — Goal

Kylian Mbappé finishes off a swift counter-attack to put Real Madrid ahead.

28' — Yellow Card

N. Gudelj booked for a tactical foul as Sevilla try to disrupt Madrid's midfield.

39' — Yellow Card

G. Suazo cautioned for a late challenge on Vinicius Junior.

55' — Yellow Card

R. Vargas receives a yellow for dissent after a missed opportunity.

77' — Yellow Card

K. Salas booked for a foul on Bellingham as Sevilla push for an equalizer.

Sevilla

Sevilla

6.5/10

Sevilla showed plenty of fight and attacking intent, especially after falling behind early. They registered 14 shots, with six on target, and pressed Real Madrid in search of an equalizer. However, their profligacy in front of goal and some inspired goalkeeping from Courtois left them frustrated. The midfield duo of Gudelj and Sow worked tirelessly to disrupt Madrid's rhythm, but the lack of a clinical edge up front proved costly. Four yellow cards highlighted their combative approach, but also their struggle to contain Madrid's pace on the break.

Key Players

N. Gudelj: Anchored the midfield, broke up play, and drove Sevilla forward.
R. Vargas: Created chances from midfield and tested Courtois with shots on target.
O. Vlachodimos: Kept Sevilla in the game with important saves, conceding only once.

Strengths

Created more chances with 14 shotsEnergetic midfield pressingResilience after conceding early

Weaknesses

Lack of clinical finishingDiscipline issues (4 yellow cards)Struggled to convert possession into goals
Real Madrid

Real Madrid

7.5/10

Real Madrid started brightly and capitalized on their first clear opportunity, with Kylian Mbappé finishing clinically in the 15th minute. After taking the lead, Madrid prioritized control and game management, maintaining 59% possession and dictating the tempo. Their attacking output diminished after the goal, registering only one shot on target all match, but their defensive organization, led by Rudiger and Carvajal, limited Sevilla's best efforts. Courtois' commanding presence was crucial in weathering late pressure.

Key Players

K. Mbappé: Scored the decisive goal with Madrid's only shot on target.
T. Courtois: Made six saves to preserve the clean sheet.
A. Rudiger: Organized the backline and repelled Sevilla's attacks.

Strengths

Clinical finishing (scored with only shot on target)Controlled possession (59%)Disciplined defensive shape

Weaknesses

Limited attacking threat after early goalAllowed 14 shots from SevillaRelied heavily on Courtois to maintain lead

Tactical Analysis

Sevilla's 4-4-2 sought to crowd the midfield and press Madrid's ball carriers, but the visitors' 4-3-3 provided width and quick transitions, especially in the opening phase. After Mbappé's goal, Real Madrid dropped deeper, focusing on compactness and denying Sevilla space between the lines. The hosts responded by pushing their full-backs higher and committing numbers forward, but Madrid's back four, marshaled by Rudiger, remained resolute. Set pieces were evenly matched, with both sides earning four corners, but neither could capitalize. Sevilla's substitutions injected energy but did not alter the tactical shape significantly, while Madrid's midfield trio maintained control and composure under pressure.

Turning Point

Mbappé's clinical finish in the 15th minute gave Real Madrid the lead and allowed them to dictate the game's tempo from there.

Man of the Match

Thibaut Courtois

Pulled off six crucial saves to deny Sevilla and secure all three points for Madrid.

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Win Probability
Sevilla 20% Draw 21% Real Madrid 58%

Over 2.5 Goals

60%

BTTS: Yes

58%

Likely Scores

1-1 · 1-2 · 0-1

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Sevilla vs Real Madrid Prediction Confidence at a Glance

How strongly the model leans on each market.

Match Result (1X2)
16%
27%
57%
Sevilla 16%Draw 27%Real Madrid 57%
Both Teams to Score
54%
46%
Yes 54%No 46%
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
61%
39%
Over 2.5 61%Under 2.5 39%
Corners (Over/Under 9.5)
49%
51%
Over 9.5 49%Under 9.5 51%

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The Case For This Sevilla vs Real Madrid Prediction

Real Madrid visit Sevilla as clear favorites, riding a dominant H2H streak and a much stronger season overall. Sevilla have found some home form recently but remain inconsistent and leaky at the back. Real Madrid's attack, led by high-profile forwards, should create plenty of chances, while Sevilla's recent scoring uptick suggests they can contribute to the scoreline. Expect an open game with Real Madrid likely to edge it, but Sevilla could get on the scoresheet.

Key Factors at a Glance

Recent Form

  • →Real Madrid have won 8 of the last 10 H2H, including the last 5 straight.

Defence

  • →Sevilla concede 1.6 goals/game on average; Real Madrid score 2.06/game.

Injuries & Team News

  • →No significant injuries reported for either side.

Match Context

  • →Sevilla's home record is only average (7W/4D/7L, 24:24 GF:GA).
  • →Real Madrid's away record is excellent (10W/4D/3L, 31:17 GF:GA).
  • →Both teams have high over 2.5 goal percentages.

🚩 Sevilla vs Real Madrid Corners Prediction

low confidence
9.6expected total corners
Over 49%
Under 51%
Over 9.5Under 9.5

Our corners model projects roughly 4.6 corners for Sevilla and 5 for Real Madrid, for an expected total of 9.6. That makes the model lean Under 9.5 corners (51%). Over 8.5: 62% · Over 10.5: 37%.

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How Sevilla and Real Madrid Are Arriving

Form, fitness and who's likely to start.

Sevilla vs Real Madrid Goalscorer Form

Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals ÷ 5 games. XI badge shows player is in the expected starting lineup.

SevillaSevillalast 5 matches
A. AdamsXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

CastrinXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

A. Sanchezsub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Real MadridReal Madridlast 5 matches

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Sevilla vs Real Madrid — Last 10 Matches

SevillaSevillaLast 10 results
L0-1
W3-2
W2-1
W1-0
L1-2
L0-2
W2-1
L0-1
L0-2
L2-5
Lvs Real Madrid0-1
W@ Villarreal3-2
Wvs Espanyol2-1
Wvs Real Sociedad1-0
L@ Osasuna1-2
L@ Levante0-2
Wvs Atletico Madrid2-1
L@ Oviedo0-1
Lvs Valencia0-2
L@ Barcelona2-5

Strengths

  • +Solid recent form — 3+ wins in last 5
Real MadridReal MadridLast 10 results
W1-0
W2-0
L0-2
W2-0
D1-1
W2-1
D1-1
L1-2
W3-2
W4-1
W@ Sevilla1-0
Wvs Oviedo2-0
L@ Barcelona0-2
W@ Espanyol2-0
D@ Real Betis1-1
Wvs Alaves2-1
Dvs Girona1-1
L@ Mallorca1-2
Wvs Atletico Madrid3-2
Wvs Elche4-1

Strengths

  • +Defensively solid — 0.0 conceded/game

Concerns

  • −Struggling to score — 0.0 goals/game

What History Says: Sevilla vs Real Madrid

Sevilla vs Real Madrid Head-to-Head History

Last 10 meetings between these sides

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Sevilla wins

1

Draws

9

Real Madrid wins

0%10% draws90%
17 May 26Sevilla vs Real Madrid0-1
20 Dec 25Real Madrid vs Sevilla2-0
18 May 25Sevilla vs Real Madrid0-2
22 Dec 24Real Madrid vs Sevilla4-2
25 Feb 24Real Madrid vs Sevilla1-0
21 Oct 23Sevilla vs Real Madrid1-1

Where the Model Disagrees with the Odds: Sevilla vs Real Madrid

Odds from Bet365. Positive edge = our model gives a higher probability than the odds imply. EV = expected value per £1 staked.

1X2

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Sevilla Win2.2516.0%-28.4%
Draw3.5027.0%-1.6%
Real Madrid Win1.5757.0%-6.7%

Over/Under 2.5

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Over 2.5value4.0061.0%+36.0%
Under 2.51.2239.0%-43.0%

Both Teams Score

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Yesvalue4.0054.0%+29.0%
No1.2246.0%-36.0%

Best Value Markets Found by the Model

Over/Under 2.5: Over 2.5 @ 4.00EV +1.440
Both Teams Score: Yes @ 4.00EV +1.160

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Things to Watch: Sevilla vs Real Madrid

  • ⚠️No bookmaker odds provided, so value edge calculations are not possible.
  • ⚠️Some match stats (recent shots, corners, etc.) are missing for several recent games.
  • ⚠️Lineups are not available; late injuries or rotations could affect predictions.
  • ⚠️Sevilla's recent uptick in home form introduces some uncertainty.

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How This Prediction Was Made

The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Sevilla vs Real Madrid: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.

An AI model analyses that pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.

Last updated: 10 May 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes — see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.

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