Real Madrid CF vs Sevilla FC Prediction 20 December 2025

Los Blancos currently occupy second place with 39 points and a 34–16 goal difference, trailing the league leaders by four points. However, recent performances have been far from convincing. Comfortable victories over Athletic Bilbao (3–0) and Alavés (2–1) were followed by a frustrating run that included draws against Elche (2–2) and Girona (1–1), before a disappointing 0–2 defeat to Celta Vigo exposed some lingering issues.

Sevilla, meanwhile, continue to be one of the league’s most awkward opponents. Home wins over Osasuna (1–0) and Real Oviedo (4–0), along with a respectable draw against Valencia (1–1), underline their competitiveness, even if losses to Espanyol (1–2) and Real Betis (0–2) have slowed their momentum. The Andalusians sit ninth with 20 points and a perfectly balanced 24–24 goal difference.

While Real Madrid remain clear favorites on paper, their recent inconsistency suggests this will be anything but straightforward. Sevilla are organized, battle-hardened, and capable of making life uncomfortable for even the strongest sides. Madrid should still have enough quality to secure all three points, but expecting an easy night would be a mistake.

Sevilla to win with +2.5 Asian handicap 1.57