Sevilla FC secured a crucial 1-0 victory over UD Las Palmas at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán Stadium on May 13, 2025, effectively ensuring their La Liga survival for the upcoming season. Substitute Dodi Lukébakio netted the winning goal in the 71st minute, which turned out to be a turning point in Sevilla's troubled season. (Cadena SER, worldfootball.net)
⚽ Match Summary
It was a nervy match, with both teams aware of what was riding on the game. Sevilla, now under returning manager Joaquín Caparrós, were the more attacking team, shooting 26 times with 9 on target. Although they had less possession (44%), their attacking efforts paid off when substitute Lukébakio, who was brought on in the 61st minute, scored the only goal of the game ten minutes later. (Cadena SER, Soccer Tonic)
Las Palmas, despite enjoying 56% possession, could not capitalize on their possession with effective chances created since they had just 2 shots on target. Their best opportunity was when McBurnie had scored, only for the goal to be disqualified since, during the buildup, Cardona had fouled Sevilla's goalkeeper Nyland, and this was indicated by VAR, supported by the referee analyst Iturralde González. (Diario AS)
Tactical Insights
Sevilla's formation was set up to attack the wings and press high up the pitch. The introduction of Lukébakio added pace and directness to their attack, which ultimately notched the winner. Defensively, they were tight and limited the opportunities of Las Palmas.(worldfootball.net, El País)
Las Palmas attempted to control the game through possession but lacked penetration in the final third. Their offensive shortcomings were evident, and despite making several substitutions to inject energy, they failed to break down Sevilla's defense.
Match Statistics
- Possession: Sevilla 44% – 56% Las Palmas
- Shots: Sevilla 26 (9 on target) – 14 (2 on target) Las Palmas
- Corners: Sevilla 7 – 3 Las Palmas
- Fouls Committed: Sevilla 13 – 12 Las Palmas
- Yellow Cards: Sevilla 3 – 4 Las Palmas(Wikipedia, Soccer Tonic)
Despite Las Palmas' higher possession, Sevilla's attacking prowess and solid defensive performance won them the three points. (Soccer Tonic)
Key Takeaways
- Lukébakio's Impact: Dodi Lukébakio's introduction proved to be the decider, as his goal not only won the match but also helped to highlight the importance of game-changing substitutions. (worldfootball.net)
- Sevilla's Survival: This victory effectively guarantees Sevilla's place in La Liga for the next season, providing relief after a tumultuous campaign.
- Las Palmas' Predicament: The defeat leaves Las Palmas on the brink of relegation, with their fate now dependent on other results.
Match Highlights
For a visual recap of the match, including Lukébakio's decisive goal, you can watch the highlights below:
Sevilla vs Las Palmas 1-0 All Goals & Highlights
The hard-fought win by Sevilla against Las Palmas serves as a testament to the value of persistence and tactical substitutions in soccer. With the season coming to a close, match results and goals highlights such as these are reminders of the fine lines that separate success and failure in soccer.