5 Sevilla players who made an impression in the ongoing season

It has been a satisfactory season for Sevilla as Pablo Machin’s side are sitting at the 2nd position in the La Liga table with 31 points. Sevilla has looked in prime form and has shown their quality with some class performances. Sevilla has outshone Barcelona and Real Madrid two of the greatest clubs in European football with some superb performances in this La Liga season.

Although Barcelona is sitting at the 1st position in the La Liga table, Sevilla has looked on top of the game and have shown resoluteness in their approach. They have looked sharp offensively as well as defensively. The Andalusians have shown tremendous application physically as well as mentally.

Manager Pablo Machin has expressed confidence that the team has shown the right intent on the field and have looked confident in every department. The team management needs to keep the players motivated which would surely help the side keep the momentum going.

At this stage of the season, the team is looking in decent shape to be called serious contenders for winning the La Liga title. The team’s results have looked encouraging but the players too need to keep themselves motivated which would help them be on par with some of the big clubs in European football.

Since the last 2-3 seasons, Sevilla has made improvements in their game which has made them a dangerous side. They have players who have the ability to challenge the best teams in Europe but they need to be consistent in every game. Sevilla has looked an energized unit in the ongoing season and produced some determined performances. We take a look at 5 Sevilla players who have impressed the most so far.

#1 Wissam Ben Yedder

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Wissam Ben Yedder has been the mainstay in Sevilla’s forward line. The 28-year-old has been an influential figure for his side. The striker has looked deadly with his electric pace and speed. The Frenchman can evade any defense on his day with his aggressive runs and brilliant counter-attacks. Ben Yedder has formed an effective partnership with Andre Silva in the forward line and the two will surely be a threat for their opponents in the upcoming matches.

Ben Yedder has scored 7 goals in 13 games with 5 assists to his name in the ongoing La Liga season and is shaping up quite well to finish the season on a high. He has also scored 4 goals in 4 Europa League games in the ongoing season. The striker scored 2 goals in their Europa League game against Krasnodar FC on December 13.

Ben Yedder has also worked well with the midfield and has been a constant threat inside the box. He can run through the best defenses on his day and his role in the Champions League too will be very crucial for his side.

#2 Andre Silva

Andre Silva has been one of the most prodigious talents to have emerged from La Liga in recent times. The 24-year-old was once compared to his countryman Cristiano Ronaldo and the striker has been the core of Sevilla’s forward line along with Wissam Ben Yedder. Silva has showcased his class with some accomplished performances and has been vital for his team’s success during pressure situations.

The Portuguese can outclass any opponent with his powerful runs and classic counter attacks. Known to be creative on the field, Silva can be a tricky opponent because of his classy dribbles and precise passing.

Silva has scored 8 goals in 15 games in the ongoing La Liga season. He has also looked sharp in front of the goal and has the knack for positioning himself in goal scoring areas. Silva surely adds a lot of pace in the forward line.

#3 Ever Banega

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With plenty of experience under his belt Ever Banega’s presence has helped some of the younger players of the squad. The 30-year-old had expressed disappointment when Argentina lost against a determined French side 4-2 in the pre-quarters.

The Argentine has also been a clever operator during set pieces. Banega has been an integral part of Sevilla’s midfield and manned the team’s midfield with authority. Although the midfielder has scored only 3 goals in 16 La Liga games with 3 assists to his name in the ongoing season. It is his playmaking skills which have helped the team.

The Argentine scored a goal in Sevilla's 3-0 win over Krasnodar FC in the Europa League game on December 13. Banega also scored a goal against Girona the following game which the Andalusians won 2-0. He has so far scored 4 goals in 5 Europa League games in the ongoing season with 2 assists to his name.

#4 Pablo Sarabia

Pablo Sarabia has looked in prime form in the ongoing season and will be looking to continue with his fine run of form. The 26-year-old scored a goal in his team’s 1-1 draw against Valencia on December 8.

The Spaniard offers a lot of variety in the squad as the 26-year-old can also play as an attacking midfielder. Sarabia has showcased his class when it comes to his ability outsmart the opposition’s defense and his ability to create chances inside the box. Known to be a clever operator during set pieces, he has surprised the opposition with his deceptive moves.

Sarabia has been the core of Sevilla’s midfield along with Ever Banega. Sarabia has also displayed his class with his ability to keep the ball in possession with his creative moves.

He has scored 7 goals in 16 La Liga games in the ongoing season with 6 assists to his name. Although he has registered only 1 goal in 4 Europa League games in the ongoing season the midfielder has infused a lot of intensity in the midfield.

#5 Franco Vazquez

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Franco Vazquez has been a vital link in Sevilla’s midfield. The 29-year-old has looked sharp with his ability to keep the ball in possession and has also looked effective while creating chances in the opposition’s territory.

The Argentine mainly plays as an attacking midfielder and has shown his skills while operating at the flanks. The midfielder has been equally good during set pieces and has played a supporting role for the likes of Ever Banega and Pablo Sarabia in the midfield.

Vazquez can be a big threat because of his precise long balls. He can also be a vital component in the midfield because of his ability to circulate the ball with his clever passes. Although Vazquez has scored only 1 goal in 16 La Liga games in the ongoing season he has contributed with 3 assists and has been a key figure when it comes to his creative function. He has also netted 1 goal in 6 Europa League games in the ongoing season with 2 assists to his name.

Edited by Emeka Monyei