In a thrilling encounter, Sevilla FC secured a crucial 1-1 draw against Deportivo Alavés in La Liga. A goal from Papu Gómez in the 25th minute sent the Andalusian squad into the lead, only for Sergio Barreto to level the score for Alavés in the 65th minute. The point lifts Sevilla to the top of the standings, while Alavés narrowly avoids relegation worries.