Sevilla FC and Deportivo Alavés played out a 1-1 draw in La Liga on February 15, 2026, a result that does little to help either team's distinct objectives. The match at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán Stadium saw the visitors take a surprise lead against the run of play in the first half. Sevilla, pushing for European places, piled on the pressure and eventually found a deserved equalizer in the second half through a penalty. Both teams had chances to win it in a frantic finale, with Sevilla hitting the post and Alavés' goalkeeper making a crucial save in stoppage time. The draw means Sevilla drops valuable points in the race for Europe, while Alavés will be pleased with a hard-earned point in their battle against relegation. The Sevilla manager expressed frustration at his team's wastefulness, while the Alavés coach hailed his team's defensive organization. The starting XIs reflected Sevilla's possession-based style and Alavés's deep, counter-attacking setup.