Sevilla move 3 points behind Real Madrid after beating Elche
Papu Gomez and Rafa Mir scored to help Sevilla beat Elche 2-0 and keep in touch with La Liga leaders Real Madrid on Friday.
FT #SevillaFCElche 2-0
❤️ @SevillaFC_ENG return to winning ways in style in #LaLigaSantander! 🔙 pic.twitter.com/j6EaN4JqrP
— LaLiga English (@LaLigaEN) February 11, 2022
Gomez broke through in the 70th minute when the Argentina midfielder slalomed past three defenders and his shot took a deflection in off an Elche player.
Papu Gomez leads the dance… 🕺#SevillaFCElche pic.twitter.com/d6FHVFJnSk
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Anthony Martial, who made his home debut since his loan from Manchester United, crossed for substitute Mir to head in the second goal six minutes later to ensure the victory at Sanchez Pizjuan Stadium.
✅ First game at the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan.
✅ First #LaLigaSantander assist.A night to remember for @AnthonyMartial! ❤️#SevillaFCElche pic.twitter.com/2w3mAk1I2A
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Julen Lopetegui’s side closed to within three points of Madrid.
Elche was left in 14th place after its first loss in six rounds.
Papu Gomez and @RafaMir33 lead @SevillaFC_ENG to all three points at the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan! 🤜🤛#SevillaFCElche highlight. ⤵️ pic.twitter.com/pMp4xcRbsD
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