Sevilla Sets Record with All-Foreign Starting Lineup
After taking the reins at Sevilla, manager Jorge Sampaoli has become known for his unpredictable tactics. From placing attacking midfielder Éver Banega in central defense during the Spanish Super Cup to deploying a bold 2-8-0 formation in the La Liga opener—which ended in a thrilling 6-4 win over Espanyol—Sampaoli has kept fans and critics guessing. In a historic move during the recent league match against Eibar, Sevilla made headlines by fielding an all-foreign starting eleven—a first in La Liga history. Not a single Spanish player was included in the starting lineup, not even Euro 2016 goalkeeper Sergio Rico, who was… Read More »Sevilla Sets Record with All-Foreign Starting Lineup