this Sevilla and Borussia Dortmund clash this Wednesday at Sánchez-Pizjuán on day three of Group G in the Champions League. The fixture schedule had suggested Manchester City would join the mix to secure a place in the knockout rounds, but the match now sits amid questions about Sevilla’s future in the competition. Julen Lopetegui’s outlook is in the spotlight as the club navigates this high-stakes phase. (Source: club communications)
After the group stage draw clarified the path, the midweek meeting in Seville and the return leg at Dortmund next week stand out as pivotal dates for both sides. If Manchester City secures top spot and Copenhagen finishes fourth, Seville’s position to advance relies on performance at home and results elsewhere in the group. (Source: tournament briefing)
Yet Lopetegui enters the match under pressure after a 0-2 home defeat to Atlético Madrid last weekend, continuing a rough run that has seen the team struggle for consistency in domestic play. A five-point margin from twenty-one league games points to a difficult start, and the Champions League campaign has not offered relief, with a heavy 0-4 loss to City in the opening leg and a goalless draw in Denmark failing to spark a comeback. (Source: match reports)
Sevillista fans have vented their frustration for weeks, searching for accountability and solutions as the team plots a path toward Dortmund. The focus remains on the squad’s plan and Lopetegui’s ability to steady the boat ahead of Wednesday’s game. (Source: supporter updates)
On the personnel side, Lopetegui has added Brazilian defender Marcao Teixeira to the group. He arrived during the season, but injuries kept him from debuting, and the coach has clarified that he is not yet cleared to play in Tuesday’s session. (Source: club medical report)
The squad has faced several fitness issues, with Argentine left-back Marcos Acuña and Brazilian midfielder Fernando Reges missing last Saturday. Acuña returned to train with teammates on Tuesday, while Reges remained sidelined. (Source: training updates)
Lopetegui spoke about Acuña, noting that the player participated in parts of training and remains a key option if he can compete at a high level. (Source: press conference)
For the visitors, the German lineup anticipates the absence of Dutch defender Karim Rekik due to injury. Earlier in the season, Rekik required treatment for a ruptured tendon in the right leg and is expected to be out for several weeks. (Source: injury update)
The midfield will miss Oliver Torres, and Mexican winger Tecatito Corona is not registered for the stage of the tournament, with a long-term ankle injury ruling him out for months. (Source: squad status)
Dortmund arrives amid a turbulent spell but carried momentum from a 3-2 win over Cologne, highlighting both the team’s strengths and vulnerabilities this season. The match promises to test Edin Terzic’s side as they head into this challenging away fixture. (Source: match recap)
Notably, Dortmund took an early lead in the first half after a strong attacking start, but Colonia responded after halftime as the visitors shifted gears to capitalize on chances. This duel will be a test of composure and finishing for both teams as the clock runs down. (Source: game analysis)
Dortmund heads into the clash with two notable absences in Cologne on record: captain Marco Reus, dealing with ankle ligament injuries, and Mats Hummels, sidelined by a back issue. Other injury concerns include Marius Wolf dealing with circulation problems and goalkeeper Alessandro Nubel in reserve; Reyna also faces a fitness hurdle and Morey remains on the mend from a meniscal tear. Geurler Kobel, who has recently returned from a muscle issue, could be restored to the starting XI after a final training assessment in Seville. (Source: team medical updates)
The goalkeeper role remains fluid, with Georg Kobel returning to contention as of late. Terzic will decide after the final Andalusian session whether Kobel starts, and there is a strong likelihood that Alexander Meyer will feature if Kobel is not fully cleared. The central defensive pairing is likely to be Nico Schlotterbeck and Niklas Süle in light of Hummels’ injury. (Source: coach’s remarks)
In attack, Youssoufa Moukoko is expected to lead the line alongside Donyell Malen and Karim Adeyemi, forming a dynamic front three. The absence of Modeste for this contest has thrust Moukoko into a more prominent role, with the young forward eager to demonstrate his pace and finishing ability. (Source: tactical preview)
Possible lineups:
Seville: Bono; Jesús Navas, Gudelj, Marcao Teixeira, Telles; Delaney, Joan Jordan; Lamela, Isco, Papu Gomez; Rafa Mir.
Borussia Dortmund: Kobel; Meunier, Süle, Schlotterbeck, Guerreiro; Ozcan; Bellingham, Brandt; Adeyemi, Moukoko, Malen.
Referee: Maurizio Mariani (Italy).
Stadium: Ramon Sánchez-Pizjuán.
Kick-off: 21:00 (CET) (19:00 GMT).