Tactical Analysis: Sevilla-Atlético Madrid

Meeting at Atletico Madrid's new home, Wanda Metropolitano, was two of the four foreign La Liga managers. Argentina's Eduardo Berizzo would travel with his Sevilla side to face fellow countryman Diego Simeone in a battle for second place in the table, following a strong first five games from both sides. Two of the league's most exciting coaches would be looking to retain some early pressure on leaders Barcelona, whilst looking to pull a couple of points away from trailing rivals, Real Madrid. In the process, the tacticians and the talent available to both was sure to produce an excellent tactical battle.

There was little surprise in how either team lined-up. Simeone chose his typical flat 4-4-2. Oblak in goals, protected by Vrsalijko, Stefan Savic, Lucas Hernandez and Filipe Luis as a back four. As the right of the midfield four was Koke, with Gabi and Saul Niguez the central midfielders. Yannick Carrasco was chosen as a left-winger. Griezmann and Vietto played off each other as the front two.

Sevilla used a 4-3-3 type shape. Sergi Rico was the goalkeeper. Mercado right-back, Daniel Carrico and Lenglet the two centre-halves and Carole a left-back. N'Zonzi played as a pivot. Argentinian midfielder Ever Banega played an extremely flexible role from a base position slightly ahead of the 6, N'Zonzi. Franco Vasquez made up the midfield to a three from a hybrid 8/10 role. Jesus Navas played from a wide right handside role, with Sarabia similar on the left. Luis Muriel played through the middle as lone 9.