Sevilla 2-0 Barcelona - 5 Talking Points, Copa del Rey 2018/19 Quarter-finals

Sevilla secured an impressive home win
Sevilla secured an impressive home win

#2 Banega and Sarabia lead Sevilla to victory

Sarabia scored the opener
Sarabia scored the opener

As they have been so often this season, Ever Banega and Pablo Sarabia were the key components in a Sevilla victory. Banega commanded proceedings from midfield, dictating play as he wanted. This was helped by the fact that Barcelona fielded a weaker midfield.

Sarabia was the other performer, and the Spaniard opened the scoring for Sevilla. His brilliant finish changed the complexion of the tie, as the game looked to be heading for a stalemate. Then he combined with Banega, and the Argentine slid in a cross for Ben Yedder to score the second goal of the night. Quincy Promes also deserves a special mention, as his pace and running caused Barcelona problems throughout the game.

Coach Pablo Machin will be delighted with the performance, and Sevilla looks to be on course for at least one major trophy this campaign.

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