Sevilla, second in the Spanish Championship, was held back by Alavés (0-0) on Friday in Vitoria at the start of the 27th day. The Andalusians are provisionally approaching five points from Real Madrid but the leader could take advantage of his home match against Real Sociedad (6th) on Saturday to widen the gap.
It’s the fourth time in a row that Sevilla have conceded a draw away from home. Argentinian Lucas Ocampos was their most dangerous player but he came up against Alavés goalkeeper Fernando Pacheco on several occasions. The Basque club is in the fight to maintain, in 18th place.
