Sevilla FC manager Luis García Plaza has named a 24-man squad for Friday night’s LaLiga fixture against Valencia CF at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán, with Brazilian central defender Marcao providing the primary roster update, according to club announcements and regional sports reporting.
Marcao Returns Following Injury Layoff
Marcao returns to the matchday squad after recovering from a muscular injury that disrupted his pre-season preparations, as reported by Estadio Deportivo. The central defender aimed to regain competitive rhythm following an extended absence of over half a year due to a foot issue requiring surgery in January. His inclusion provides a defensive option for García Plaza ahead of the opening fixture of LaLiga’s fifth matchday.
Defensive Absences Force Squad Adjustments
Sevilla enters Friday’s match missing central defender Arouna Sangante, who must serve a suspension following a straight red card during Sunday’s fixture against RCD Espanyol at the RCDE Stadium, alongside a left ankle sprain. Midfielder Rubén Vargas also remains sidelined with a knee parameniscitis, having recently traveled to Madrid to consult a specialist in an effort to accelerate his recovery timeline.
The squad list features goalkeepers Odysseas Vlachodimos, Fran González, and Rafa Romero. The defensive options alongside Marcao include Juan Iglesias, José Ángel Carmona, Kike Salas, Iker Muñoz, Andrés Castrín, Gabriel Suazo, and Julio Díaz. Midfielders Lucien Agoumé, Jon Guridi, Youssouf Fofana, Manu Bueno, Giorgi Kochorashvili, Félix Correia, Miguel Sierra, Chidera Ejuke, Alfon González, and ‘Peque’ Fernández join forwards Isaac Romero, Robbie Ure, and Lucas Stassin to complete the 24-player contingent.
Match Context and Schedule
Friday’s contest kicks off at 21:00 local time (20:00 UTC) on September 11 at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán, marking the official start of the fifth round of fixtures in the 2026/27 LaLiga season. García Plaza’s side looks to manage its available roster depth following the summer arrivals of Youssouf Fofana and Giorgi Kochorashvili, alongside existing midfield options, while accommodating current fitness concerns.
Further team news and official lineup confirmations will be released ahead of Friday’s kickoff.
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