Barcelona take their relentless early-season scoring run to the Sánchez-Pizjuán, where Sevilla will try to turn a strong domestic start into a result that can disrupt the league’s most forceful attack.
Hansi Flick’s side have begun the campaign at remarkable speed, averaging more than four goals per match. Every opponent apart from Athletic has suffered a heavy defeat, underlining the scale of the challenge awaiting Barcelona’s next hosts.
There is no sign that Flick intends to ease the tempo. Barcelona will seek another victory in Seville as they look to preserve the attacking momentum that has made them the early standard-setters.
Sevilla bring confidence from Riazor
Sevilla, coached by Luis García, have collected 13 points from a possible 18 and arrive with their own encouraging sequence intact. Their latest outing brought a 1-0 win at Riazor against Deportivo, who had not previously lost this season.
Backed by their home support, Sevilla will aim to extend an unbeaten spell that currently stands at three matches and deliver a setback to Barcelona’s explosive start.
Selection focus
Pau Cubarsí is expected to be part of Barcelona’s likely starting side. Sevilla also face a significant selection test as they prepare to contain a visiting team that has repeatedly overwhelmed opponents in the opening weeks.
