Sevilla FC falls in Krakow: the newcomers impress, Oso self-expels and the goal remains on holiday

Sevilla FC suffered their first defeat of the pre-season, losing 1-0 to KS Krakow. García Plaza's team dominated but again showed a lack of finishing, and Oso received a straight red for kicking the ball at the assistant.

Sevilla FC faced their first setback of the summer at the Józef Piłsudski Stadium in Krakow, where García Plaza's side had possession but not the scoreline. A goal from Hasic from outside the area, 30 minutes in, was enough for the Polish team to take the win in a match that became tense in the second half.

The signings step up

The Sevilla coach started all the summer signings, and the positive note was that the newcomers performed well in their first serious test. However, the lack of accuracy in front of goal proved to be the Achilles' heel of a team that created chances but couldn't find the back of the net.

In the second half, the match became more complicated. Oso, who came on late in the game, received a straight red card for kicking the ball at the assistant in a ridiculous action. The midfielder, with his move to Olympiacos being negotiated, self-expelled and left his team with ten men in the closing minutes.

Sevilla dominated the game for most of the encounter, but the lack of bite up front and Oso's expulsion marred the performance.

The goal is on holiday

The offensive problem is not new. Sevilla FC has gone through two pre-season matches without scoring, and the fans are starting to show some concern. García Plaza, in statements after the match, acknowledged that "we need to work on finishing" and expressed confidence that the forwards will find their rhythm before the league starts.

For the average Sevilla fan, this defeat is not alarming, but it does leave clear tasks: the team needs a finisher to convert dominance into goals. Meanwhile, the management continues to make moves in the market to strengthen the attacking area.

Next stop

Sevilla FC will continue their European tour with a new friendly next Wednesday against Atlético de Madrid at the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium. It will be a more demanding test that will measure the evolution of García Plaza's team.

The match in Krakow left mixed feelings: the new players stepped up, but the lack of goals and Oso's expulsion are two shadows that the coach must dispel before the start of LaLiga. The next test, against Atlético, will be a good benchmark to gauge the true form of the Seville side.