Akor Adams: ElGranDerbi’s Pure Football, Passion For Fans
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Nigerian striker Akor Adams, a key player for Sevilla in the 2025/26 season, has shared his thoughts on the ElGranDerbi between his team and rivals, Real Betis.
The rivalry history between Sevilla FC and Real Betis shows a slight edge for Sevilla. Since their first LaLiga encounter on February 3, 1935, when Betis won 3-0 in Nervión, there have been 109 matches in LALIGA EA SPORTS. Of these, Sevilla has won 50, Betis 32, and 27 ended in a draw.
Although Adams has not yet scored in an ElGranDerbi, he nearly did in the March 2026 derby. He was active during the game, with a shot saved in the 77th minute and his late attempt cleared off the line in a 2-2 draw.
During an interactive session organised by LALIGA on Tuesday, Adams talked about the ElGranDerbi with a select group of journalists.
“I think some things in life can’t really be explained. You just have to experience them.
” And the ElGranDerbi is one of those moments. It’s not just about the points. It’s pure football and passion from Sevillistas, Béticos, and the entire city, which resonates with football all week.
“As a footballer, experiencing that kind of atmosphere is something you can only prepare for so much. What happens on game day is entirely different. I enjoyed the match, especially the one we played away.
“We came back from 2-0 down to draw 2-2, and almost won in the last minute. It was a fantastic experience. Everyone should have that experience at least once in their lifetime,”
Akor Adams, 26, who has 8 La Liga goals and 3 assists in 26 appearances, earned a nomination for the 2025/26 SPORTY LALIGA MVP award, which recognises the best African player in Spain’s top flight.
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