The Sevilla squad is focused on climbing to the 40s and beyond as quickly as possible, aiming to secure stability in La Liga. Their objective is clear: secure four or five more victories to edge toward a safer position in the standings.
Sevilla has unexpectedly found itself in the thick of the battle against relegation. The club’s trajectory has evolved from three straight top-four finishes to a daunting slide this season, marked by a rotation of managers that has included Julen Lopetegui leaving the role in October, Jorge Sampaoli departing in March, and José Luis Mendilibar stepping in with a mandate to steer the team clear of danger in the weeks ahead. Mendilibar faces roughly a dozen games to stabilize results and reverse the current trend.
What does Sevilla need to save themselves and how many points does it need to advance in the First Division in La Liga 2022-2023
Traditionally, many analysts reference a 42-point threshold as a rule of thumb for safety. Yet this figure is not universal and has only once in the last decade guaranteed salvation. In recent seasons, teams have often finished with between 35 and 39 points and still found safety. At present, Sevilla sits on 28 points, meaning four or five more wins would likely push their total to 42 or 43 points, placing them above the line of risk and into a more comfortable zone as the campaign progresses.
Looking ahead to the 2022-2023 season, the teams in the lower end of the table are earning more points than usual, which could shift the final mark required to avoid relegation. A projected end-of-season scenario suggests that attaining 40 points by mid-season could still offer a rescue path above recent records, even if the iconic 42-point target remains a common reference point for fans and pundits alike.
In a season where the fight is intense from the 10th place downward, the relegation battle is widespread and no club can breathe easily. Direct confrontations between teams at the bottom could prove decisive, and the goal difference may resolve many draws. Sevilla has already experienced fluctuations in goal difference, having fallen behind Getafe, drawn with Almería, and secured a win against Mallorca—outcomes that exemplify how fragile a narrow margin can be in this race.
The season’s dynamics suggest every match plays a pivotal role. With a compact table, one or two positive results can shift momentum and alter perceptions about the feasibility of survival. Analysts note that the path to safety is not solely about accumulating points; it also hinges on consistent performances in upcoming head-to-head clashes, resilience in away fixtures, and the ability to convert chances when they matter most. Supplemental data and commentary from Goal provide context for these assessments, highlighting the evolving nature of the relegation battle as the schedule unfolds.
Source: Goal