Sevilla’s La Liga title push hit by Celta Vigo draw

By Feargal Brennan - 22 January 2022, 20:23

Sevilla’s push to challenge for the La Liga title in 2022 has suffered a setback after their 2-2 draw with Celta Vigo.

Julen Lopetegui’s side missed the chance to close the gap on league leaders Real Madrid with a win against the Galicians as they eventually needed a second half fight back to secure a point.

Lopetegui’s hosts struggled for fluency early on with the visitors taking full advantage to storm into a 2-0 lead before the break.

Franco Cervi took advantage of some poor Sevilla defending to blast them in front from close range before skipper Iago Aspas steered home a measured second.

Iago Aspas doubles Celta's lead as Lucas Ocampos loses possession and Diego Carlos makes the mistake of playing the striker onside! 😱

A big moment at the top of LaLiga 👀 pic.twitter.com/HFWweTRkFd

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However, with a possible defeat on the line, Sevilla rallied in the final 20 as Papu Gomez battered home a fine finish and Oliver Torres prodded them level.