Lopetegui: Sevilla's new players know what the derby means LaLiga Face Real Betis on Sunday

Julen Lopetegui has stated that his Sevilla squad know the importance of Sunday's derby against Real Betis.

The fixture is considered by some as the best derby in Spain and the matches between the two Seville sides are often frenetic and fast paced.

"[The dressing room] know what this game is," Lopetegui said in his pre-match press conference.

"There are lots of new players but they've done an accelerated course in what the derby means and hopefully it all goes to the limits of healthy competition, thinking and putting the focus on the football."

Betis have had a full week to prepare for the fixture while Sevilla played in the Europa League on Thursday.

"You're no stranger to what Betis-Sevilla means," Lopetegui said.

"People remember it for a long time and we're aware of the repercussions it has but we had to focus on another competition until Thursday.

"We're excited to play such a demanding match because they're a good team and the atmosphere is extra special in these types of games."