Sevilla FC will be honouring the late Antonio Puerta tonight at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán stadium with the XIV Antonio Puerta Trophy match. The game against Al Qadsiah, managed by former Sevilla coach Míchel González, is set to kick off at 21:00 SAST.
This match holds special significance, marking the 18th anniversary of Puerta's passing, a player fondly remembered as the 'Diamond Left Foot'. Despite recent economic and sporting challenges, Sevilla remains committed to commemorating Puerta's legacy.
Al Qadsiah boasts a strong Spanish influence, with Míchel González at the helm and seven players holding Spanish passports, including former Real Madrid defender Nacho Fernández, who now captains the Saudi Arabian club. They've also recently splashed out almost €70 million on Italian-Argentine striker Mateo Retegui, who made his debut against Levante.
Having returned to the Saudi Pro League two seasons ago, Al Qadsiah finished a respectable fourth place last season, trailing only Al Ittihad, Al Hilal, and Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr.
Sevilla heads into this match after a 1-1 draw against Marseille just 48 hours prior. Coach Matías Almeyda is optimistic, stating that they are on the right path for important achievements. However, injuries have left him with limited squad options for tonight's game.
Match Details:
- Teams: Sevilla FC vs Al Qadsiah
- Date: Monday, 4 August 2025
- Time: 21:00 SAST
- Location: Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán, Seville
- Occasion: XIV Antonio Puerta Trophy
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This match is Sevilla's only pre-season game at home before the start of La Liga and serves as the official presentation of the new season to their fans.