Sevilla 0–0 Alaves: Why Sevilla Failed to Turn Dominance into Victory

Sevilla had the opportunity to claim all three points against Alaves, but their failure to convert a first-half penalty proved costly in a frustrating 0–0 draw on 6 November 2026.

The home side enjoyed more possession, created attacking opportunities and had several promising moments around the Alaves penalty area. However, Antonio Sivera produced a crucial penalty save to deny Ruben Vargas in the 32nd minute, while Alaves remained organised enough to withstand Sevilla's pressure.

For Alaves, the result represented a valuable away point. They defended with discipline, threatened on the counter and nearly found a winner through Carlos Protesoni in the second half.

The match ultimately came down to one major question: how could Sevilla create so much attacking pressure without finding a way past the Alaves defence?

Match Details

Detail	Information
Match	Sevilla vs Alaves
Final Score	0–0
Date	6 November 2026
Kick-off	21:00
Competition	La Liga
Referee	Luis Bestard Servera
Attendance	38,803
Half-time Score	0–0

First Half: Sevilla Had the Initiative but Missed Their Biggest Opportunity

Sevilla started with an intention to control the game through possession and patient passing. Their approach was built around moving the ball across the pitch, drawing Alaves out of their defensive positions and finding opportunities to attack through the penalty area.

Alaves, however, were not interested in allowing the home side easy access to dangerous spaces. They maintained their defensive organisation and looked for opportunities to move forward when Sevilla lost possession.

The visitors threatened early. In the third minute, Yusi connected with a lofted pass and sent a close-range header just wide of the left post. It was an early warning that Alaves could cause problems without needing long spells of possession.

Sevilla gradually established greater control. Their patient approach was particularly visible around the 45th minute, when they exchanged several short passes while waiting for an opening in the Alaves defence.

However, their attacking movements did not consistently produce clear shooting opportunities. Isaac Romero was caught offside twice, while Felix Correia struggled to find teammates with some of his deliveries.

The penalty that changed the first-half story

The defining moment arrived in the 30th minute.

Angel Perez committed a foul, and referee Luis Bestard Servera awarded Sevilla a penalty. Ruben Vargas stepped forward with the opportunity to give the home side the lead.

But Antonio Sivera had other ideas.

In the 32nd minute, Vargas sent his penalty towards the left side of the goal. Sivera read the attempt and produced an excellent save to keep the score at 0–0.

Penalty sequence: 30'–32'

       SEVILLA ATTACK
              |
       Angel Perez foul
              |
        PENALTY AWARDED
              |
       Ruben Vargas
              |
       Shot to the left
              |
       ANTONIO SIVERA
          BIG SAVE
              |
          0–0

That save was arguably the most important moment of the first half. Sevilla had earned an opportunity to take control of the match, but their failure to convert meant Alaves could continue defending with confidence.

Sevilla continued looking for an opening, but the visitors reached half-time having successfully protected their goal.

Second Half: Alaves Became More Dangerous

The second half followed a similar pattern in terms of Sevilla's desire to control possession, but Alaves gradually showed greater ambition going forward.

Sevilla attempted to increase their attacking threat through Ruben Vargas and Felix Correia. However, Alaves continued to block crosses and prevent dangerous deliveries from reaching their intended targets.

In the 51st minute, Sevilla earned a corner after Felix Correia sent a dangerous cross into the penalty area. The delivery was cleared, and the resulting attacking opportunity failed to produce a goal.

Sevilla then introduced Chidera Ejuke in the 59th minute, replacing Ruben Vargas. The substitution offered the home side another attacking option, with Ejuke capable of taking on defenders and creating opportunities through individual movement.

Alaves also made changes. Abderrahmane Rebbach and Carlos Protesoni entered the game in the 60th minute, replacing Angel Perez and Ander Guevara.

Those changes helped the visitors maintain their energy and offered them additional options in midfield and attack.

Protesoni misses a golden opportunity

Alaves came extremely close to breaking the deadlock in the 73rd minute.

Carlos Protesoni reacted to a rebound inside the six-yard box and attempted to guide the ball into the net. However, his effort went just inches wide of the left post.

It was a major opportunity for the visitors and a reminder that Sevilla's attacking pressure did not make them immune to danger at the other end.

73rd-minute opportunity

       ALAVES ATTACK
              |
       Ball enters the box
              |
          Rebound
              |
       Carlos Protesoni
              |
       Shot from close range
              |
       Just wide of the post
              |
             0–0

Sevilla survived, but the missed opportunity demonstrated that Alaves were becoming increasingly dangerous.

The Final Minutes: Neither Side Finds the Breakthrough

As the match entered its final stages, both managers attempted to influence the result through substitutions.

Sevilla introduced Robbie Ure and Castrin in the 74th minute, while Alfonso Gonzalez replaced Felix Correia later in the match.

Alaves responded by bringing on Mariano Diaz and Aitor Manas, with Jonny Otto also entering the game.

Despite the fresh attacking options, neither side could find the decisive finish.

Lucas Stassin tried his luck from the edge of the penalty area in the 93rd minute, but his powerful effort struck a defender and bounced away.

Alaves also earned a late corner, but Sevilla's defence cleared the danger.

When the referee blew the final whistle at 90+5', the score remained 0–0.

MatchWhy Tactical Breakdown: Why Sevilla Failed to Win

Sevilla's inability to win was not simply a matter of lacking possession or attacking intent. Their biggest problem was the gap between controlling the ball and producing decisive moments.

1. Sevilla failed to convert their biggest chance

The penalty was the clearest opportunity of the match. Ruben Vargas had the chance to put Sevilla ahead, but Sivera's save kept Alaves in the contest.

Scoring from the spot could have forced the visitors to abandon some of their defensive caution and create more space for Sevilla to exploit.

2. Alaves defended the penalty area effectively

Alaves repeatedly dealt with crosses, blocked passing lanes and prevented Sevilla from finding clean opportunities inside the box.

Their defensive organisation was particularly important when Sevilla tried to increase the pressure during the second half.

3. Sevilla's possession did not produce enough clear finishes

The home side had periods of patient possession, including a sustained spell shortly before half-time. However, maintaining possession was not enough to break down Alaves.

Sevilla needed more accurate final passes, better movement between defenders and more effective finishing.

4. Alaves remained a threat

The visitors did not spend the entire match defending. Their attacking moments created genuine problems, particularly Protesoni's missed opportunity in the 73rd minute.

That threat forced Sevilla to remain cautious rather than commit every available player forward.

Why Alaves Earned a Point

Alaves deserve credit for the way they approached this match.

• Defensive discipline: They protected their penalty area and repeatedly cleared dangerous deliveries.
• Goalkeeping excellence: Antonio Sivera's penalty save was a decisive contribution.
• Patience: They did not panic when Sevilla controlled possession.
• Attacking threat: Protesoni's second-half opportunity showed that they could have taken all three points.

The visitors may regret not converting their late opportunity, but keeping a clean sheet away from home was an important achievement.

Players Who Shaped the Match

Antonio Sivera – Alaves

The standout performer. His 32nd-minute penalty save denied Sevilla their best opportunity and helped his team maintain a clean sheet.

Ruben Vargas – Sevilla

He had the responsibility of taking the penalty but was unable to beat Sivera. His missed opportunity became one of the defining moments of the match.

Carlos Protesoni – Alaves

He nearly became the match-winner when he missed from close range in the 73rd minute. His arrival added energy to Alaves' midfield.

Lucas Stassin – Sevilla

He attempted to make something happen late in the match, but his powerful effort in stoppage time was blocked.

Odysseas Vlachodimos – Sevilla

He remained alert when called upon, including making a straightforward save against Lucas Boye in the 40th minute.

Key Match Facts

• Final score: Sevilla 0–0 Alaves.
• Antonio Sivera saved Ruben Vargas' penalty in the 32nd minute.
• Sevilla had 56% possession at the 34th-minute statistical snapshot.
• The reported shots-on-target count at 71 minutes was 12–7.
• Carlos Protesoni missed a close-range opportunity in the 73rd minute.
• The attendance was 38,803.
• Neither team managed to score in the match.

The Match in One Sentence

Sevilla controlled important periods but paid for a missed penalty, while Alaves defended resolutely and left with a valuable point.

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