Sevilla have dismissed head coach Matías Almeyda following a 1-2 loss to Osasuna at the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán Stadium, a result that left the club in the relegation zone. The club confirmed the decision in an official statement, thanking Almeyda and his team for their efforts and professionalism. According to multiple reports, Luis García Plaza has been appointed as the new head coach, signing a contract until the summer of 2027. The appointment comes as Sevilla fight to avoid relegation with nine rounds remaining in La Liga.
Sevilla currently sit 15th in the La Liga table, three points above the relegation line but with a precarious cushion. The loss to Osasuna dropped them into the relegation zone temporarily, though other results later moved them back above the line. Fans confronted the team and coaching staff after the match, expressing their frustration at the club's poor form. The atmosphere around the club has become increasingly tense as the threat of relegation looms.
Luis García Plaza's appointment has raised eyebrows, as Estadio Deportivo reports that he is expected to be fired after a short tenure. The club's decision to hire a coach with a reputation for brief stints suggests a stopgap measure rather than a long-term solution. García Plaza's contract runs until 2027, but doubts persist about whether he will see out the season. The club has not commented on the speculation regarding his future.
Norwegian goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland, who was Sevilla's first-choice goalkeeper last season, lost his place after Almeyda took over. According to major media reports, Nyland hopes to get a new chance under García Plaza and regain his starting spot in La Liga. His situation will be one to watch as the new coach assesses the squad. Nyland has been training hard and waiting for an opportunity to prove himself again.
In unrelated news, cross-country skier Johannes Høsflot Klæbo earned approximately 3.9 million Norwegian kroner in FIS prize money this season. His highest career prize money was 4.34 million kroner in the 2022/23 season. These figures are not connected to Sevilla's coaching changes but provide context on sports earnings.