Sevilla delivered a dominant performance at the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium, handing Barcelona a shocking 4-1 defeat in La Liga on Sunday. The loss marked Barcelona’s first league setback of the season, while Sevilla’s comprehensive victory lifted them to sixth place in the standings.
Veteran Chilean forward Alexis Sanchez opened the scoring from the penalty spot after Ronald Araujo’s foul in the box. Moments later, Isaac Romero doubled the lead with a sharp finish following a swift counterattack. Barcelona’s Marcus Rashford offered brief hope before halftime with a well-timed volley assisted by Pedri Gonzalez.
However, Barcelona’s comeback hopes faded as Robert Lewandowski missed a crucial penalty, sending his shot wide. In the closing stages, Sevilla sealed the win through goals from Jose Carmona and Akor Adams, who punished Barcelona’s defensive lapses.
Sevilla coach Matias Almeyda praised his team’s performance, emphasizing discipline and intensity. “We couldn’t give them any space. The players executed the plan perfectly,” he said.
For Barcelona, the defeat comes days after a Champions League loss to PSG, adding pressure on coach Hansi Flick. “The first half was unacceptable,” admitted midfielder Pedri, while Flick maintained a positive outlook, saying, “It’s one match, and we have to keep moving forward.”
Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid dropped valuable points in a 1-1 draw against Celta Vigo. A Carl Starfelt own goal initially put Atletico ahead, but after Clement Lenglet was sent off, Iago Aspas equalized to secure a draw. Atletico now trail leaders Real Madrid by eight points.
Elsewhere, Real Betis edged past Espanyol 2-1 thanks to a last-minute penalty save by Pau Lopez, while Elche suffered their first loss of the season in a 3-1 defeat to Alaves.
Sevilla’s commanding display against the reigning champions has sent a strong message to the rest of La Liga, showing that the Andalusian side remains a formidable force at home.