Sevilla FC's Swiss forward Rubén Vargas will miss Sunday's La Liga match against RCD Espanyol due to a right knee injury. The Andalusian club announced on Friday, as reported by Mundo Deportivo, that the international player is suffering from external parameniscitis after missing the last three training sessions.
Espanyol, who are 12th in La Liga with 3 points from one win and two losses, host a Sevilla side sitting in sixth place. The pericos have scored 5 goals and conceded 4 in their opening three games, leaving them 6 points behind leaders Barcelona. Their next home fixture is this Sunday, September 6, 2026, and the full schedule can be checked on the fixtures page.
What is Rubén Vargas's injury?
The injury sidelining Rubén Vargas is an inflammation of the periphery of the meniscus in his right knee. Sevilla FC stated in their release that "after imaging tests, he suffers from 'external parameniscitis of the right knee'." This condition is often associated with overload or a small fissure allowing synovial fluid to leak. "The club concludes that the player will depend on the evolution of the injury," added the entity, without providing an estimated recovery timeline.
Vargas's absence adds to that of Brazilian defender Marcao, leaving the Sevilla manager with two significant losses for the trip to Cornellà-El Prat. On the other side, Espanyol also face the matchday with a confirmed absence in their squad: right-back Andoni Gorosabel. The full team status can be followed in the injuries section.
Who could debut for Sevilla against Espanyol?
Vargas's absence could open the door for debuts from any of the three signings Sevilla brought in on the final day of the transfer market. Belgian forward Lucas Stassin, Portuguese winger Félix Correia, and French midfielder Youssouf Fofana arrived at the club late in the summer and are available for the manager for the fourth league matchday.
Their potential inclusion adds an element of uncertainty to a match Espanyol needs to correct their course after an irregular start. The current squad, which can be reviewed in detail on squad, will look to win again at home following their latest victory.
What is the context surrounding the match at RCDE Stadium?
Sunday's clash presents an interesting scenario in the league table. RCD Espanyol, with their recent form of loss, loss, win (LLW), faces a direct rival for European positions. Luis García's team has the opportunity to close the gap with the top spots and improve their goal difference, which currently stands at +1.
A win against Sevilla, who come from a more comfortable position, would serve to inject confidence for the coming weeks. The evolution of the table can be followed in real time on standings. The match will be played at RCDE Stadium, where Espanyol hopes to count on their fans' support for a positive result that brings them closer to the upper-mid section of the standings.
