How Akor Adams is powering Sevilla’s late surge toward Europe

Super Eagles forwards Akor Adams and Chidera Ejuke were central to Sevilla’s hard-fought 2-2 draw with Real Betis on Sunday.

It was a Seville derby that felt finished before halftime until it wasn’t because the seven-time Europa League champions came from two goals down to force a four-goal thriller away at the Estadio Benito Villamarín.

You may ask, why does this matter now? It is important because Sevilla are sited 11th in La Liga as of March 2, 2026, six points off the European places and six clear of the relegation zone. 

The gap in the Spanish topflight is quite tight, and everything is so competitive, be it the title, chase for European spots or most importantly, the relegation.

Fans and punters should care about this latest Sevilla trend because the Matías Almeyda-led side are beginning to hit form.

It is, however, important to know that the Adams and Ejuke are increasingly influential in a side trying to claw its way back to Europe.

Akor Adams is dragging Sevilla back to Europe

Having joined the Los Rojiblancos in January 2025 during a 2024/2025 relegation battle, Adams has adapted to life in Spain. 

The former Flying Eagles striker changed his number from  15 to 9, and it has been positive so far. 

Adams is the team’s highest goalscorer in La Liga with six goals and he has even given three assists in the league this 2025/2026 season. 

With his nine goal contributions in 21 games, he has helped the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan landlords to 11th in La Liga (March 2, 2026).

Infact, Sevilla have lost just one of their last seven league matches, winning 2 and drawing four.

Having finished 17th during the 2024/2025 season, their lowest top-flight finish in decades, they failed to secure a European spot for the third consecutive season via the league.

The Andalusian club has not participated in a European competition since its 2023/2024 campaign ended in the group stage of the UEFA Champions League.

The UCL slot was gotten because they defeated Manchester United in the final of the 2022/2023 UEFA Europa League, as they finished 12th in the La Liga.

There are hopes of a return this season as they sit just six points off Europe.

Historically, Sevilla remain defined by their seven UEFA Europa League titles (2006, 2007, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2020, 2023). But recent seasons have been marked by instability and managerial turnover before Matías Almeyda steadied the ship.

Form Trend

• Sevilla in the last seven games have struggled to grind wins, accumulating only ten points from a possible 21.

• Sevilla are beginning to look like draw merchants, with four in their last seven and six overall.
• Despite their position on the table, they have scored 34 league goals, which is the 8th best in the division.
• The defensive structure is the problem, conceding 41 goals in 26 games and keeping just 5 cleansheets.

To be fair, compared to earlier in the season, when they hovered near relegation, their current stretch suggests stabilisation.

What This Means for Upcoming Matches

Sevilla are entering a decisive part of the season; no more Copa Del Rey fixtures for them, just 12 more league games till the season ends.

With six points separating them from a European competition spot, consistency becomes the most important variable. 

If Adams maintains his output and Ejuke continues to influence games off the bench or as a starter, Sevilla could realistically push toward the top seven.

The psychological effect of avoiding defeat in a derby, especially after going two goals down cannot be understated. 

Their next five games are; Rayo Vallecano (H), FC Barcelona (A), Valencia (H), Real Oviedo (A) and Athletico Madrid (H). 

The next 5 fixtures will determine whether this was a one-off surge or the start of a sustained climb.

Betting Perspective

• Sevilla have shown that on their day they can hurt; take for example the wins over FC Barcelona, Athletic Club and Getafe (A).
• The Andalusian club has scored 10 goals in their 7 games. 
• They have also shown their defensive vulnerability by conceding 11 in the last 7 games.
• Over-goal markets may gain relevance given their tendency to concede and respond.

• Away from home, Sevilla have shown improved mental strength.
• In pressure matches (derbies, relegation-threat clashes), their resilience is increasing.

Key Takeaways

• Akor Adams remains central to attacking production (6G, 3A).
• Cleansheet has been hard to come by this season for Sevilla
• The gap to Europe is only six points, Sevilla want to push.
• Monitor defensive stability and Adams’ goal involvement rate in upcoming fixtures.