LaLiga 2018/19 Matchweek 17: Team of the Week

Manager

Leganés manager Mauricio Pellegrino

Mauricio Pellegrino - CD Leganés

Yes, Leganés did not win on Sunday at Butarque against Sevilla. The home side was so close to a major victory, only for Wissam Ben Yedder to strike in stoppage-time for a 1-1 draw. However, that should not take away the overall result or what has been accomplished by manager Mauricio Pellegrino during the past few weeks.

Los Pepineros are unbeaten in their last nine matches across all competitions, and Pellegrino is putting his players in the right position to see out key results. Tipped by some to be at the bottom of the table this season, Leganés enter the holiday break in 16th and four points above the drop zone.

At the back, Dimitris Siovas and Allan Nyom have been outstanding contributors. Midfielder Mikel Vesga netted the goal against Sevilla, while Rubén Pérez also enjoyed a fine showing. One of the league's best summer signings has turned out to be Guido Carrillo, providing a spark up front for Pellegrino's team.

After impressing the former Southampton boss while on-loan at the St. Mary’s Stadium, Carrillo is now making a true impact in the Spanish capital this year.

Leganés and Mauricio Pellegrino will also meet Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey next month. They have eliminated them before, and maybe they can do it one more time.